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How do you spell Discourse?

Correct spelling

discourse

Remember: DIS + COURSE - thought running its course in conversation.

Why is discourse spelled this way?

From Latin discursus, a running about. DIS (apart) + CURRERE (to run). Discourse is thought running in many directions — conversation that explores rather than concludes.

Common misspellings of discourse

discorsediscoursediscourcediscoarse

Example

The professor encouraged open discourse about the controversial topic in class.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell discourse?+
The correct spelling is "discourse". Remember: DIS + COURSE - thought running its course in conversation.
Is it discorse or discourse?+
The correct spelling is "discourse", not "discorse".

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