Vacation or Vaccation
Learn why “Vacation” is correct and why adding a double “c” is incorrect.
Vaccation
Incorrect spelling - “Vaccation” is a misspelling caused by wrongly doubling “c.”
"Vaccation" is a common misspelling of "Vacation". Always use "Vacation" when referring to the correct word.
Vacation
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Vacation” means a holiday or period of rest from work or school.
Definition of Vacation
"Vacation": “Vacation” means a holiday or period of rest from work or school.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Vacation
- • holiday
- • break
- • leave
Usage Examples
"Correct:" We are going on vacation next week.
"Correct:" She planned a summer vacation.
"Correct:" He took a vacation from work.
"Correct:" The vacation was relaxing.
"Incorrect:" We are going on vaccation.
"Incorrect:" She booked a vaccation.
"Incorrect:" He took vaccation leave.
"Incorrect:" The vaccation was fun.
Notes:
- • Only one ‘c’ after va.
- • Think: vacate → vacation (same root).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Vacation.
Q: Why not vaccation?
A: English does not double the ‘c’ here.
Q: Trick?
A: Think vacate → vacation (same spelling).
Summary
“Vacation” is correct; “vaccation” is always the wrong form.