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How do you spell Turmeric?

Correct spelling

turmeric

Remember 'terra merita' - merited earth needs both R's: TUR-MER-ic

Why is turmeric spelled this way?

From Medieval Latin terra merita, merited earth. A golden spice. The first r is often dropped in speech ('tumeric'), causing the misspelling. Both r's are essential: tur-MER-ic.

Common misspellings of turmeric

tumericturmericktermerictumerick

Example

She added a pinch of turmeric to the curry for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell turmeric?+
The correct spelling is "turmeric". Remember 'terra merita' - merited earth needs both R's: TUR-MER-ic
Is it tumeric or turmeric?+
The correct spelling is "turmeric", not "tumeric".

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