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How do you spell Chameleon?

Correct spelling

chameleon

CHAMEL + EON. Starts with CH.

Why is chameleon spelled this way?

From Greek chamaeleon, earth lion. CHAMAI (on the ground) + LEON (lion). The CH producing a K sound is Greek, and the creature changes color like the word changes expectations.

Common misspellings of chameleon

cameleonchamelonchamaeleonchamealeon

Example

The chameleon changed its colour.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "chameleon". CHAMEL + EON. Starts with CH.
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