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How do you spell Realise?

Correct spelling

realise

US: realize (with Z). UK/AU/NZ: realise (with S).

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Why is realise spelled this way?

The S in realise reflects traditional British practice, though the Z form is also accepted by major British style guides. This is one of the most contested spelling differences between dialects.

Common misspellings of realise

reelizerealicereiliserealease

Example

I didn't realise how late it was.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell realise?+
The correct spelling is "realise". US: realize (with Z). UK/AU/NZ: realise (with S).
Is it reelize or realise?+
The correct spelling is "realise", not "reelize". This word gets 15,000+ monthly searches.
Does the spelling differ by country?+
Yes. In US English it's "realize", in UK English it's "realise", and Canadian, Australian, and New Zealand English follow the same spelling.

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