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How do you spell Sufficient?

Correct spelling

sufficient

Two F's. SUFFICI + ENT.

Why is sufficient spelled this way?

From Latin sufficere, to put under. SUB (under) + FACERE (to make). Sufficient means enough has been made — the foundation is adequate.

Common misspellings of sufficient

sufficentsufficiantsuficientsufficint

Example

Is the evidence sufficient?

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell sufficient?+
The correct spelling is "sufficient". Two F's. SUFFICI + ENT.
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