Direction: Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Messanger
Understanding the Question: Finding the Incorrectly Spelt Word
The question asks us to identify the word among the given options that is spelt incorrectly. This is a common type of question in tests that assess vocabulary and spelling skills. We need to carefully examine each word provided in the options.
Analyzing the Spelling Options
Let's look at each word given in the options and check its spelling.
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Option 1: Immediate
The spelling "Immediate" is correct. It means happening or done at once; instant.
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Option 2: Massage
The spelling "Massage" is correct. It refers to the rubbing and kneading of muscles and joints of the body with the hands to relieve tension or pain.
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Option 3: Amass
The spelling "Amass" is correct. It means to gather together or accumulate over a period of time.
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Option 4: Messanger
Let's examine the spelling "Messanger". The word refers to a person who carries a message or is the carrier of a piece of news. Is this the correct spelling?
Identifying the Incorrect Spelling
Comparing "Messanger" with the standard spelling of the word that means someone who carries messages, we find that "Messanger" is not the correct spelling.
The correct spelling of the word is "Messenger". The letter 'e' is used before 'n', not 'a'.
| Provided Spelling | Correct Spelling | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Messanger | Messenger | Incorrect |
Therefore, the word that is incorrectly spelt among the given options is "Messanger".
Correcting Common Spelling Mistakes
Identifying incorrectly spelt words requires knowledge of correct spellings. It's helpful to be aware of common spelling errors. Here are some tips for improving spelling:
- Read regularly to see how words are spelt.
- Use a dictionary or spell checker, but also learn the rules.
- Break down longer words into syllables.
- Practice writing words you often misspell.
Revision Table: Checking Word Spellings
| Word | Spelling Correct? | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Immediate | Yes | Happening at once |
| Massage | Yes | Rubbing body muscles/joints |
| Amass | Yes | Gather or accumulate |
| Messanger | No | Should be 'Messenger' (someone who carries messages) |
Additional Information: The Word Messenger
The word "messenger" comes from the Old French word 'messagier'. Understanding the origin of words can sometimes help with spelling, but often it's about memorizing common patterns and exceptions. The 'en' ending in "messenger" is consistent with many other words ending in '-enger' like 'passenger' or 'harbinger'. The misspelling 'Messanger' is likely due to confusion with words containing 'a' before 'n', but in this case, 'e' is the correct vowel.
Important Questions from Error Spotting
Direction: Each item in this section has a sentence with three underlined parts labelled (a), (b) and (c) Read each sentence to determine whether there is an error in any underlined part and indicate your response in the Answer Sheet against the corresponding letter, i.e., (a) or (b) or (c). If you find no error, your response should be indicated as (d).
A honest mistake (a) / is no more than that; (b) / just an honest mistake. (c) / No error (d)Direction: Each item in this section has a sentence with three underlined parts labelled (a), (b) and (c) Read each sentence to determine whether there is any error in any underlined part and indicate your response in the Answer Sheet against the corresponding letter, i.e., (a) or (b) or (c). If you find no error, your response should be indicated as (d).
A company of five thousand soldiers , (a) / having marched tirelessly for over five days , (b) / have just moved into their cantonment . (c) / No error (d)Direction: Each item in this section has a sentence with three underlined parts labelled (a), (b) and (c) Read each sentence to determine whether there is an error in any underlined part and indicate your response in the Answer Sheet against the corresponding letter, i.e., (a) or (b) or (c). If you find no error, your response should be indicated as (d).
Every person who believes in principles (a) / must stand up to fight (b) / for their convictions . (c) / No error (d)Direction: Each item in this section has a sentence with three underlined parts labelled (a), (b) and (c) Read each sentence to determine whether there is any error in any underlined part and indicate your response in the Answer Sheet against the corresponding letter, i.e., (a) or (b) or (c). If you find no error, your response should be indicated as (d).
The Olympic Games reflects(a) / the highest spirit of (b) / human endeavour and achievement . (c) / No error (d)Direction: Each item in this section has a sentence with three underlined parts labelled (a), (b) and (c) Read each sentence to determine whether there is an error in any underlined part and indicate your response in the Answer Sheet against the corresponding letter, i.e., (a) or (b) or (c). If you find no error, your response should be indicated as (d).
The principal of the school (a) / stressed the need for discipline (b) / amongst the students. (c) / No error (d)
