Here are the correctly spelled versions of the misspelled words from your “Spelling Bee: Commonly Misspelled Words” worksheet, along with explanations for each correction:
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1. determin → determine
✔ Correct spelling: determine
🔹 *Explanation:* The word ends in “-ine,” not “-in.” “Determine” means to decide or establish something definitely. A common mistake is dropping the final “e.”
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2. actully → actually
✔ Correct spelling: actually
🔹 *Explanation:* This word has a double “t” and ends with “-ally,” not “-ully.” It’s an adverb meaning “in fact” or “really.” People often misspell it by adding an extra “l” or omitting one.
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3. absense → absence
✔ Correct spelling: absence
🔹 *Explanation:* The correct spelling uses “a” before “bsence.” “Absence” means the state of being away or not present. A common error is swapping the “a” and “e” — remember: “absence” has the same root as “absent.”
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4. dicshnary → dictionary
✔ Correct spelling: dictionary
🔹 *Explanation:* This word starts with “dic-” (from Greek “dikaios,” meaning right or proper) and ends with “-ary.” The misspelling “dicshnary” incorrectly inserts an “sh” sound — but it’s spelled with “tio” — think: “dict + ion + ary.”
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5. acheive → achieve
✔ Correct spelling: achieve
🔹 *Explanation:* The correct spelling is “achieve,” with “ie” after the “ch.” Many people confuse this with “believe” or “receive,” forgetting that “achieve” follows the “i before e except after c” rule — here, “c” comes before “ie,” so it’s correct!
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6. garante → guarantee
✔ Correct spelling: guarantee
🔹 *Explanation:* This word has two “r’s” and two “e’s.” It’s often misspelled as “garante” because people drop the second “r” or “e.” Remember: “guarantee” = “guar + ant + ee” — it’s a promise or assurance.
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7. excellant → excellent
✔ Correct spelling: excellent
🔹 *Explanation:* The correct spelling has double “l” and ends with “-ent,” not “-ant.” “Excellent” means outstanding or of high quality. The mistake often comes from mishearing the ending — think: “excellent” rhymes with “present,” not “plant.”
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8. facinate → fascinate
✔ Correct spelling: fascinate
🔹 *Explanation:* The word begins with “fas-,” not “fac-.” “Fascinate” means to attract and hold someone’s attention. The confusion may come from similar-sounding words like “fact” or “face,” but the root is Latin “fascinare” — so it’s “fas-cinate.”
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✔ Final Answer Key:
1. determine
2. actually
3. absence
4. dictionary
5. achieve
6. guarantee
7. excellent
8. fascinate
You’ve got this! Keep practicing — these are some of the most commonly misspelled words in English, and mastering them will boost your spelling confidence. 🌟
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