How do you spell Acquaintance?
Correct spelling
acquaintance
ACQ + UAINT + ANCE. Don't forget the C after A.
Why is acquaintance spelled this way?
With a silent C hiding after the A and a QU combination that feels unusual, this word is a minefield. It comes from Old French, which loved packing in extra letters for good measure.
Common misspellings of acquaintance
acquaintenceaquaintanceacquantanceacquaintanse
Example
She is an acquaintance from work.