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Why "jewlery" doesn't shine: a guide to correct spelling

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 30/10/2024, 08:25
English.me team member

What kind of error is it?

Jewlery or jewelry. What's correct?

Spelling error

Why do people make this mistake?

People often make this error because of the phonetic pronunciation of the word "jewelry," which can lead to the incorrect belief that the word should have an extra "e" or missing letters when writing it.

What is correct?

The correct spelling is "jewelry" in American English and "jewellery" in British English.

Examples of correct usage

  • She has a beautiful collection of jewelry.
  • The museum has a rare display of ancient jewellery.

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