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How do you spell Stout?

Correct spelling

stout

Think 'shout' but with 't' - the 'ou' makes the 'ow' sound.

Why is stout spelled this way?

From Middle English stout, bold or strong. STOUT. Simple spelling but people occasionally write 'stowt'. The 'ou' makes the 'ow' sound — straightforward English.

Common misspellings of stout

stowtstoughtstout

Example

The stout wooden door withstood the storm's fierce winds.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell stout?+
The correct spelling is "stout". Think 'shout' but with 't' - the 'ou' makes the 'ow' sound.
Is it stowt or stout?+
The correct spelling is "stout", not "stowt".

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