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Why "weild" isn't in your dictionary

Lloyd Cooper 16/11/2024, 01:35
English.me team member

What kind of error is it?

Weild or wield. What's correct?

Spelling error

Why do people make this mistake?

The error "weild" occurs because of a common confusion in the ordering of "i" and "e" in English words. The rule "i before e except after c" is a typical guideline, but it has many exceptions, leading people to mistakenly believe "weild" is correctly spelled.

What is correct?

The correct spelling is "wield".

Examples of correct usage

  • He trained to wield a sword.
  • She wielded her influence wisely.
  • The knight could wield his weapon with skill.
  • He is learning to wield power responsibly.