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How do you spell Delicacy?

Correct spelling

delicacy

Remember: deli-CAC-y has 'cac' in the middle, like cactus needs delicate care.

Why is delicacy spelled this way?

From Latin delicatus, pleasing. DELICERE (to allure). A delicacy is something that allures — food so refined it seduces the palate.

Common misspellings of delicacy

delicasydelacacydelicicy

Example

The chef's chocolate soufflé was considered a true delicacy at the restaurant.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell delicacy?+
The correct spelling is "delicacy". Remember: deli-CAC-y has 'cac' in the middle, like cactus needs delicate care.
Is it delicasy or delicacy?+
The correct spelling is "delicacy", not "delicasy".

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