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Surely not: what's wrong with "shure"

Reviewed and edited by

Lloyd Cooper 12/12/2024, 20:48

English.me team member

What kind of error is it?

Shure or sure. What's correct?

Spelling error.

Why do people make this mistake?

The word "sure" is pronounced with an initial "sh" sound (/ʃ/), which leads some people to incorrectly include the letter "h" when spelling it as "shure". English spelling can be inconsistent, and the mismatch between pronunciation and spelling often causes confusion.

What is correct?

The correct word is "sure", which is used to express certainty or agreement.

Examples of correct usage

Are you sure you locked the door?
She was sure that she left her keys on the table.
Make sure to complete your assignment on time.

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