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How do you spell Attain?

Correct spelling

attain

Two T's to touch your goal: at-TAIN from tangere (to touch)

Why is attain spelled this way?

From Old French ataindre, to reach. AD (to) + TANGERE (to touch). To attain is to finally touch what you've been reaching for.

Common misspellings of attain

attaneatainattaine

Example

She worked hard to attain her dream of becoming a doctor.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell attain?+
The correct spelling is "attain". Two T's to touch your goal: at-TAIN from tangere (to touch)
Is it attane or attain?+
The correct spelling is "attain", not "attane".

Other commonly misspelled words

deficiency definite definitely defunct

More spelling guides

deter deteriorate determination detrimental

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