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How do you spell Intelligence?

Correct spelling

intelligence

Two L's. INTELLIG + ENCE.

Why is intelligence spelled this way?

Two L's and ENCE at the end. From Latin intelligere, meaning to understand or perceive. The double L reflects the Latin root.

Common misspellings of intelligence

intelliganceinteligenceintellegenceintelligense

Example

Artificial intelligence is advancing rapidly.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "intelligence". Two L's. INTELLIG + ENCE.
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