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How do you spell Insomnia?

Correct spelling

insomnia

Remember: in-SOM-nia has 'mn' not 'mm' - think somnus (Latin for sleep)

Why is insomnia spelled this way?

From Latin insomnia, sleeplessness. IN (not) + SOMNUS (sleep). The inability to sleep. The double consonant pattern is sometimes misplaced — it is 'mn' not 'mm'.

Common misspellings of insomnia

insommiainsomneainsomnieainsamnia

Example

Her chronic insomnia left her exhausted during the day despite lying awake all night.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell insomnia?+
The correct spelling is "insomnia". Remember: in-SOM-nia has 'mn' not 'mm' - think somnus (Latin for sleep)
Is it insommia or insomnia?+
The correct spelling is "insomnia", not "insommia".

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