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How do you spell Permanent?

Correct spelling

permanent

PERMAN + ENT. Ends in ENT.

Why is permanent spelled this way?

ENT ending. From Latin permanere, to remain through. The word suggests duration and endurance — something that stays through time.

Common misspellings of permanent

permenentpermanantperminantpermanint

Example

The damage is permanent.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell permanent?+
The correct spelling is "permanent". PERMAN + ENT. Ends in ENT.
Is it permenent or permanent?+
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