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How do you spell Opaque?

Correct spelling

opaque

Remember: opaque ends in -que like antique, not -k like cake

Why is opaque spelled this way?

From Latin opacus, shady. Something opaque blocks light — impenetrability that prevents seeing through.

Common misspellings of opaque

opakeopaqueopequeopaque

Example

The frosted glass was opaque, hiding the contents of the medicine cabinet.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell opaque?+
The correct spelling is "opaque". Remember: opaque ends in -que like antique, not -k like cake
Is it opake or opaque?+
The correct spelling is "opaque", not "opake".

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