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How do you spell Substantial?

Correct spelling

substantial

SUBSTANTI + AL. Think: substance.

Why is substantial spelled this way?

From Latin substantialis, of substance. SUB (under) + STARE (to stand). Something substantial has substance standing under it — real weight and presence, not mere appearance.

Common misspellings of substantial

substancialsubstansialsubstanialsubstantal

Example

The meal was substantial.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "substantial". SUBSTANTI + AL. Think: substance.
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