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How do you spell Docile?

Correct spelling

docile

Think 'docile' ends like 'fragile' - both have the -ile ending

Why is docile spelled this way?

From Latin docilis, easily taught. DOCERE (to teach). Someone docile is easily taught — receptiveness that welcomes instruction.

Common misspellings of docile

docildosiledocial

Example

The docile lamb followed the shepherd without resistance.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell docile?+
The correct spelling is "docile". Think 'docile' ends like 'fragile' - both have the -ile ending
Is it docil or docile?+
The correct spelling is "docile", not "docil".

Other commonly misspelled words

decanter deceit deceive deceptive

More spelling guides

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