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How do you spell Recipient?

Correct spelling

recipient

RECIPI + ENT. Think: receive.

Why is recipient spelled this way?

From Latin recipiens, receiving. RE (back) + CAPERE (to take). A recipient takes back — they receive what is given to them.

Common misspellings of recipient

recipiantrecipentrecipeintreciepient

Example

The recipient opened the gift.

Frequently asked questions

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