Turkeys or Turkies
Learn the difference between "Turkeys" and "Turkies".
Turkies
Incorrect spelling - "Turkies" is incorrect; a misspelling.
"Turkies" is a common misspelling of "Turkeys". Always use "Turkeys" when referring to the correct word.
Turkeys
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Turkeys" refers to the large bird, often eaten at Thanksgiving.
Definition of Turkeys
"Turkeys": "Turkeys" refers to the large bird, often eaten at Thanksgiving.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Turkeys
- • birds
- • poultry
- • fowl
- • game birds
Usage Examples
"Correct:" We saw several "turkeys" in the forest.
"Correct:" The "turkeys" were roasting for dinner.
"Correct:" Farmers raise "turkeys" for meat.
"Correct:" Wild "turkeys" are common in this area.
"Incorrect:" We saw several "turkies" in the forest.
"Incorrect:" The "turkies" were roasting for dinner.
"Incorrect:" Farmers raise "turkies" for meat.
"Incorrect:" Wild "turkies" are common in this area.
Notes:
- • 'Turkeys' has 'e' after 'k'.
- • 'Turkies' is incorrect.
- • Used for the bird, food, and wildlife contexts.
- • Check spelling in recipes or articles.
- • Remember Thanksgiving turkey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Turkeys is correct.
Q: Meaning?
A: Large bird, often eaten at Thanksgiving.
Q: Can Turkies be used?
A: No, it's a misspelling.
Q: Synonyms?
A: Birds, poultry, fowl, game birds.
Q: How to remember?
A: 'Turkey' has 'e', not 'i'.
Summary
"Turkeys is correct and used for the bird, in wildlife, and culinary contexts. 'Turkies' is wrong. Correct spelling is important for clarity."