Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word
Spacios
Identifying Incorrectly Spelt Words
The question asks us to select the word that is spelt INCORRECTLY from the given options. Let's examine each word provided.
- Spacios: This word looks similar to 'spacious', which means having a lot of space. The ending '-cious' is common in English words like 'gracious', 'delicious', and 'precious'. The spelling 'spacios' is not the standard spelling.
- Lyre: A lyre is a string instrument, typically U-shaped, used in ancient Greece. This spelling is correct.
- Irrespective: This word means not taking something into account; regardless of. This spelling is correct.
- Soluble: This word describes something that is able to be dissolved, especially in water. This spelling is correct.
Comparing the options, we can see that 'Spacios' is the only word with an incorrect spelling among the standard English vocabulary presented. The correct spelling is 'Spacious'.
Analyzing the Options for Spelling Accuracy
Let's confirm the correct spelling for each term:
| Word Given | Standard Spelling | Correct/Incorrect |
|---|---|---|
| Spacios | Spacious | Incorrect |
| Lyre | Lyre | Correct |
| Irrespective | Irrespective | Correct |
| Soluble | Soluble | Correct |
Based on this analysis, the word 'Spacios' is the one that is incorrectly spelt.
Revision Table: Common Spelling Checks
Here is a quick table to help revise the correct spellings of the words examined:
| Incorrect Spelling | Correct Spelling | Meaning (Brief) |
|---|---|---|
| Spacios | Spacious | Having ample space |
| Lyre | Lyre | An ancient stringed instrument |
| Irrespective | Irrespective | Regardless of something |
| Soluble | Soluble | Able to dissolve |
Additional Information on Spelling Errors
Identifying incorrectly spelt words is a crucial part of vocabulary and grammar. Common errors often occur with:
- Words that sound similar but are spelt differently (homophones).
- Words with tricky letter combinations (like '-cious', '-tious', '-sion', '-tion').
- Doubling of consonants or dropping silent letters.
Practicing common spellings and being aware of common error patterns can greatly improve spelling accuracy. Checking a dictionary is always a good way to confirm a word's correct spelling and meaning.
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)
