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How do you spell Equivalent?

Correct spelling

equivalent

EQUI + VAL + ENT. Think: equal value.

Why is equivalent spelled this way?

From Latin aequivalens, of equal worth. AEQUUS (equal) + VALERE (to be strong). An equivalent has equal strength or value — parity measured in worth.

Common misspellings of equivalent

equivilantequivelentequivalantequivlent

Example

One mile is equivalent to 1.6 kilometers.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "equivalent". EQUI + VAL + ENT. Think: equal value.
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