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How do you spell Genealogy?

Correct spelling

genealogy

Think GENEA (generation) + LOGY (study): the study of generations needs both 'a's

Why is genealogy spelled this way?

From Greek genealogia, tracing descent. GENEA (generation) + LOGOS (account). Genealogy is an account of generations — family history told through the chain of parents and children.

Common misspellings of genealogy

genealogygeneologygenalogygenealogy

Example

She spent years researching her family's genealogy, tracing her ancestors back to Ireland.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell genealogy?+
The correct spelling is "genealogy". Think GENEA (generation) + LOGY (study): the study of generations needs both 'a's
Is it genealogy or genealogy?+
The correct spelling is "genealogy", not "genealogy".

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