Receive or Recieve
Correct spelling “Receive” vs wrong “Recieve”.
Recieve
Incorrect spelling - “Recieve” is incorrect; common vowel swap mistake.
"Recieve" is a common misspelling of "Receive". Always use "Receive" when referring to the correct word.
Receive
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Receive” means to get or accept something.
Definition of Receive
"Receive": “Receive” means to get or accept something.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Receive
- • get
- • accept
- • obtain
Usage Examples
"Correct:" I receive emails daily.
"Correct:" She will receive the package.
"Correct:" We receive updates regularly.
"Correct:" He received a gift.
"Incorrect:" I recieve emails daily.
"Incorrect:" She will recieve the package.
"Incorrect:" We recieve updates regularly.
"Incorrect:" He recieved a gift.
Notes:
- • I before E except after C.
- • Recieve is wrong.
- • Think: Re + ceive = Receive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Receive.
Q: Why not recieve?
A: Vowel swap mistake.
Q: Meaning?
A: To get or accept something.
Q: Trick?
A: Re + ceive = Receive.
Summary
“Receive” is correct; “Recieve” is wrong.