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How do you spell Certificate?

Correct spelling

certificate

CERTIFIC + ATE. C not S.

Why is certificate spelled this way?

From Latin certificare, to make certain. CERTUS (sure) + FACERE (to make). A certificate makes something sure — official paper that converts doubt into documented fact.

Common misspellings of certificate

certifacatecertificatsertificatecertificte

Example

She earned her teaching certificate.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "certificate". CERTIFIC + ATE. C not S.
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