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How do you spell Nonchalant?

Correct spelling

nonchalant

Remember: NON + CHALANT (French 'caring') - one L, A before NT

Why is nonchalant spelled this way?

From French nonchalant, not caring. NON (not) + CHALOIR (to care). Someone nonchalant doesn't care — ease so complete it appears effortless.

Common misspellings of nonchalant

nonchalantenonchallantnonchalentnonchaland

Example

She gave a nonchalant shrug when asked about winning the lottery.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell nonchalant?+
The correct spelling is "nonchalant". Remember: NON + CHALANT (French 'caring') - one L, A before NT
Is it nonchalante or nonchalant?+
The correct spelling is "nonchalant", not "nonchalante".

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