How do you spell Delegate?
Correct spelling
delegate
Remember: DE-LEG-ATE. Think 'leg' in the middle - delegates walk to represent you.
Why is delegate spelled this way?
From Latin delegare, to send away. DE (away) + LEGARE (to send). A delegate is sent on behalf of others — an authorized representative.
Common misspellings of delegate
deligatedelegetedelegat
Example
The union chose Maria as their delegate to negotiate with management.