Learn why “incidentally” is correct and “incidently” is a common mistake.
Incorrect spelling - “Incidently” is a misspelling missing 'a'.
"incidently" is a common misspelling of "incidentally". Always use "incidentally" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Incidentally” means by the way or as a side note.
"incidentally": “Incidentally” means by the way or as a side note.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" Incidentally, I saw your brother yesterday.
"Correct:" Incidentally, the meeting has been moved.
"Correct:" He mentioned, incidentally, that he is leaving.
"Correct:" We, incidentally, found a rare book.
"Incorrect:" Incidently, I saw your brother.
"Incorrect:" Incidently, the meeting has been moved.
A: Incidentally.
A: No.
A: By the way or as a side note.
A: Incidentally, I saw your friend yesterday.
A: Missing 'a' after 'd'.
""Incidentally" is correct; 'incidently' is wrong. Used to add extra information or a side note."