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How do you spell Banquet?

Correct spelling

banquet

Remember the French QU: banQUet like bouQUet, both from French benches and bunches.

Why is banquet spelled this way?

From French banquet, originally meaning a small bench. The QU combination follows French spelling. A banquet was originally a modest affair, not the grand feast it implies today.

Common misspellings of banquet

banketbanquitbancquetbankquet

Example

The wedding banquet featured seven courses and lasted well into the evening.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell banquet?+
The correct spelling is "banquet". Remember the French QU: banQUet like bouQUet, both from French benches and bunches.
Is it banket or banquet?+
The correct spelling is "banquet", not "banket".

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