Which spelling is correct, Absent or Abscent, and how to use them properly.
Incorrect spelling - This spelling is incorrect. "Abscent" is not a valid word in English.
"Abscent" is a common misspelling of "Absent". Always use "Absent" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
This is the correct spelling. "Absent" is an adjective meaning not present in a place. Absent (adjective): Not present in a place, at an occasion, or as part of something; missing or away.
"Absent": This is the correct spelling. "Absent" is an adjective meaning not present in a place. Absent (adjective): Not present in a place, at an occasion, or as part of something; missing or away.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" Several students were absent from class today.
"Correct:" He was absent from the meeting due to illness.
"Correct:" The absent parent missed the school play.
The correct word is "absent." "Abscent" is a common misspelling.
The correct pronunciation is /ˈæbsənt/ (AB-suhnt).
Not present in a place, at an occasion, or as part of something; missing or away.
Remember: Absent is the correct spelling with "t" at the end. It means not present or missing. The misspelling "abscent" is never correct. Always use "absent" when referring to someone or something that is not present.