welfare or welfair
Understand why "welfare" is correct and "welfair" is wrong.
welfair
Incorrect spelling - ""Welfair"" is a spelling error.
"welfair" is a common misspelling of "welfare". Always use "welfare" when referring to the correct word.
welfare
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Welfare" means well-being or government support.
Definition of welfare
"welfare": "Welfare" means well-being or government support.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for welfare
- • well-being
- • aid
- • support
Usage Examples
"Correct:" Public welfare schemes help citizens.
"Correct:" Child welfare is important.
"Correct:" Health and welfare programs.
"Incorrect:" Public welfair schemes help citizens.
Notes:
- • Ends with -fare not -fair.
- • Common phonetic mistake.
- • Used in social policy.
- • Correct form is welfare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Welfare.
Q: Is welfair correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: Well-being or support.
Q: Common error?
A: Replacing fare with fair.
Summary
Welfare is the correct spelling, meaning well-being or social support. Welfair is incorrect and does not follow English spelling rules.