Rotten or Roten

Learn why “rotten” is correct and “roten” is a misspelling.

roten

Incorrect spelling - “Roten” is a misspelling.

"roten" is a common misspelling of "rotten". Always use "rotten" when referring to the correct word.

rotten

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Rotten” means decayed, spoiled, or morally bad.

Definition of rotten

"rotten": “Rotten” means decayed, spoiled, or morally bad.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for rotten

  • decayed
  • spoiled
  • bad

Usage Examples

"Correct:" The apples are rotten.

"Correct:" He felt rotten after the illness.

"Correct:" A rotten egg smells bad.

"Incorrect:" The apples are roten.

"Incorrect:" He felt roten after the illness.

Notes:

  • Always double ‘t’ in ‘rotten’.
  • Commonly misspelled due to pronunciation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Rotten.

Q: Is 'roten' correct?

A: No.

Q: Meaning?

A: Decayed, spoiled, or bad.

Q: Example?

A: The fruit is rotten.

Q: Common mistake?

A: Single ‘t’ instead of double.

Summary

""Rotten" is correct; 'roten' is wrong. Means decayed, spoiled, or bad."