How do you spell Debris?
Correct spelling
debris
Remember: DE-BRIS (like 'brisk' without the 'k') - broken pieces scattered down.
Why is debris spelled this way?
From French debris, broken pieces. DE (down) + BRISER (to break). Debris is what remains after breaking down — fragments scattered by destruction.
Common misspellings of debris
debridebris'debreisdebrise
Example
The cleanup crew worked for hours to clear the debris from the collapsed building.