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How do you spell Incentive?

Correct spelling

incentive

Remember: incentive sets the tune - think 'in-CENT-ive' like cents motivate spending

Why is incentive spelled this way?

From Latin incentivum, setting the tune. IN (in) + CANERE (to sing). An incentive sets the tune for action — motivation that starts the song of effort.

Common misspellings of incentive

incentativeincintiveincentiv

Example

The company offered a cash bonus as an incentive for employees to work overtime.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell incentive?+
The correct spelling is "incentive". Remember: incentive sets the tune - think 'in-CENT-ive' like cents motivate spending
Is it incentative or incentive?+
The correct spelling is "incentive", not "incentative".

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