Learn why "berserk" is correct and "berzerk" is incorrect.
Incorrect spelling - ""Berzerk"" is a phonetic misspelling.
"berzerk" is a common misspelling of "berserk". Always use "berserk" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Berserk" means out of control with anger or excitement.
"berserk": "Berserk" means out of control with anger or excitement.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" He went berserk.
"Correct:" The crowd went berserk.
"Correct:" Berserk behavior.
"Correct:" Fans went berserk.
"Incorrect:" He went berzerk.
A: Berserk.
A: No.
A: Out of control.
A: Sound confusion.
Remember: Berserk is correct; it means frenzied or wildly destructive. Berzerk is a common misspelling. Always use "berserk" in writing.