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How do you spell Gauge?

Correct spelling

gauge

G-A-U, not G-U-A. Think: A U-turn after the A.

Why is gauge spelled this way?

The AU combination before GE is what makes this word tricky. It comes from Old French gauge, and English has preserved the original vowel pattern.

Common misspellings of gauge

guagegagegaigegauje

Example

Check the fuel gauge before driving.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "gauge". G-A-U, not G-U-A. Think: A U-turn after the A.
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