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How do you spell Candid?

Correct spelling

candid

Remember 'candid' like 'candidate' - both from Latin 'white/pure' with one 'd'

Why is candid spelled this way?

From Latin candidus, white or pure. Someone candid is pure in speech — truth unfiltered by social calculation.

Common misspellings of candid

candidcandiedcandiddcanded

Example

She appreciated his candid feedback about her presentation, even though it stung a little.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell candid?+
The correct spelling is "candid". Remember 'candid' like 'candidate' - both from Latin 'white/pure' with one 'd'
Is it candid or candid?+
The correct spelling is "candid", not "candid".

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