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How do you spell Independence?

Correct spelling

independence

INDEPEND + ENCE. Ends in ENCE.

Why is independence spelled this way?

From Latin independentia, not hanging from. IN (not) + DEPENDERE (to hang from). Independence means not hanging from anything — standing entirely on your own support.

Common misspellings of independence

independanceindependenseindipendenceindependince

Example

Independence Day is celebrated on July 4th.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "independence". INDEPEND + ENCE. Ends in ENCE.
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Other commonly misspelled words

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