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How do you spell Performance?

Correct spelling

performance

PERFORM + ANCE. Ends in ANCE.

Why is performance spelled this way?

From Old French parfournir, to carry out completely. PER (through) + FOURNIR (to provide). A performance provides completely — talent delivered through execution from beginning to end.

Common misspellings of performance

performencepreformanceperformanseperfomance

Example

The performance was outstanding.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "performance". PERFORM + ANCE. Ends in ANCE.
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