Peculiar vs Perculiar
Understand why "peculiar" is correct and "perculiar" is incorrect.
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perculiar
Incorrect spelling - ""Perculiar"" misplaces vowels.
"perculiar" is a common misspelling of "peculiar". Always use "peculiar" when referring to the correct word.
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peculiar
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Peculiar" means distinctive or strange.
Definition of peculiar
"peculiar": "Peculiar" means distinctive or strange.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for peculiar
- • distinctive
- • odd
Usage Examples
"Correct:" A peculiar case.
"Correct:" Peculiar detail.
"Correct:" Quite peculiar.
"Correct:" Very peculiar indeed.
"Incorrect:" A perculiar case.
"Incorrect:" Perculiar detail.
Notes:
- • Correct vowel sequence matters.
- • Pronunciation-based error.
- • Adjective form.
- • Frequently misspelled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Peculiar.
Q: Is perculiar correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: Strange.
Q: Error cause?
A: Wrong vowel order.
Summary
Peculiar is correct. Perculiar is incorrect.