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How do you spell Atmosphere?

Correct spelling

atmosphere

ATMO + SPHERE. A sphere of air.

Why is atmosphere spelled this way?

From Greek atmos (vapor) + sphaira (sphere). The word literally describes the sphere of vapor surrounding a planet — a beautifully literal compound.

Common misspellings of atmosphere

atmospheratmosphearatmosfereathmosphere

Example

The atmosphere in the room was tense.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "atmosphere". ATMO + SPHERE. A sphere of air.
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