spelling

[ spel-ing ]

noun

1. the manner in which words are spelled; spell; orthography.
2. a group of letters representing a word.
3. the act of a speller.

spelling

/ ˈspɛlɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or process of writing words by using the letters conventionally accepted for their formation; orthography
2. the art or study of orthography
3. the actual way in which a word is spelt
4. the ability of a person to spell

   John's spelling is good

Word History and Origins

Origin of spelling¹

1400–50; late Middle English (gerund); spell ¹, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The “Strip That Down” singer’s dark blue casket arrived at the church in a white horse-drawn hearse carrying floral arrangements spelling the words “son” and “daddy,” the BBC said.

From Los Angeles Times

He said the websites advertising the domes often had minor spelling mistakes and only seemed to operate for a few days before disappearing and reappearing with a different name.

From BBC

If someone has dyslexia, they may have difficulties with their reading, writing or spelling.

From BBC

One of the few things still intact was the door to what had been the boys’ bedroom; the bright, white individual letters spelling their names standing out in a sea of brown.

From BBC

He’s reverted to the correct spelling as a sign that the band has lasted well beyond its initial existence as a lark among friends.

From Los Angeles Times