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How do you spell Masquerade?

Correct spelling

masquerade

Remember the QUE from French: masQUErade - think masked ball in France

Why is masquerade spelled this way?

From French mascarade, a masked ball. Arabic MASKHARA (buffoon). A masquerade hides identity behind a mask — social performance as theatrical disguise.

Common misspellings of masquerade

masquarademaskerademascarademasquerade

Example

The charity gala was an elaborate masquerade where guests competed for the most creative costume.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell masquerade?+
The correct spelling is "masquerade". Remember the QUE from French: masQUErade - think masked ball in France
Is it masquarade or masquerade?+
The correct spelling is "masquerade", not "masquarade".

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