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Why "maschine" doesn't work in English

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 30/12/2024, 22:29
English.me team member

What kind of error is it?

Maschine or machine. What's correct?

Spelling error due to language interference

Why do people make this mistake?

People may spell "machine" as "maschine" because "Maschine" is the correct spelling in German. This error arises from language interference when a person is influenced by the spelling conventions of another language.

What is correct?

The correct spelling in English is "machine".

Examples of correct usage

  • She is operating the sewing machine.
  • The vending machine dispensed a drink.
  • Engineers repaired the complex machine.

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