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Why "sneak peak" doesn't quite hit the summit

Reviewed and edited by

Lloyd Cooper 16/10/2024, 00:43

English.me team member

What kind of error is it?

Sneak peak or sneak peek. What's correct?

It's a spelling error.

Why do people make this mistake?

People often make this error because "peak" and "peek" are homophones; they sound the same but have different meanings. "Peak" refers to the top or highest point of something, like a mountain, while "peek" means to take a quick glance or look. In the context of a "sneak peek," the intended meaning is a quick preview or glimpse, not the top of something.

What is correct?

The correct phrase is "sneak peek".

Examples of correct usage

The company gave a sneak peek of their new product.
Fans can't wait for a sneak peek of the upcoming movie.
Here's a sneak peek at the book's first chapter.

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