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How do you spell Lethal?

Correct spelling

lethal

Remember LETH- from Latin 'death' plus -AL ending: lethal

Why is lethal spelled this way?

From Latin lethalis, deadly. LETHUM (death). Something lethal brings death — danger concentrated to its most final consequence.

Common misspellings of lethal

leathalletahllethel

Example

The snake's venom contains a lethal dose of neurotoxins.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell lethal?+
The correct spelling is "lethal". Remember LETH- from Latin 'death' plus -AL ending: lethal
Is it leathal or lethal?+
The correct spelling is "lethal", not "leathal".

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