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How do you spell Commission?

Correct spelling

commission

Two M's, two S's. COM + MISS + ION.

Why is commission spelled this way?

From Latin commissio, a joining together. CO (together) + MITTERE (to send). A commission sends people together on a task — authority delegated for a specific purpose.

Common misspellings of commission

comissioncommisioncommssioncomision

Example

The salesperson earned a commission.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "commission". Two M's, two S's. COM + MISS + ION.
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