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How do you spell Competition?

Correct spelling

competition

COMPETI + TION. Don't forget the second I.

Why is competition spelled this way?

PETIT in the middle. From Latin competere, meaning to strive together. Competition literally means seeking the same thing simultaneously.

Common misspellings of competition

competioncompititioncompetitoncompetision

Example

The competition was fierce this year.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell competition?+
The correct spelling is "competition". COMPETI + TION. Don't forget the second I.
Is it competion or competition?+
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