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How do you spell Catheter?

Correct spelling

catheter

Remember: cath-E-T-E-R - keep both E's, like 'let down' from Greek

Why is catheter spelled this way?

From Greek katheter, something let down. KATHIENAI (to let down). A tube inserted into the body. The second 'e' is often dropped — it is not 'cathethr' or 'cathter'.

Common misspellings of catheter

cathatercathethrcathtercathetor

Example

The nurse carefully inserted the catheter to help drain the patient's bladder.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell catheter?+
The correct spelling is "catheter". Remember: cath-E-T-E-R - keep both E's, like 'let down' from Greek
Is it cathater or catheter?+
The correct spelling is "catheter", not "cathater".

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