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How do you spell Characteristic?

Correct spelling

characteristic

CHARACTER + ISTIC.

Why is characteristic spelled this way?

From Greek kharakteristikos, of a distinctive mark. KHARAKTER (engraved mark). A characteristic is a mark that distinguishes — identity written in observable traits.

Common misspellings of characteristic

characterisitccharecteristiccharacteristikcharateristic

Example

Patience is a key characteristic.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "characteristic". CHARACTER + ISTIC.
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