Learn why "peculiar" is correct and "pecular" is incorrect.
Incorrect spelling - ""Pecular"" is a misspelling missing a vowel.
"pecular" is a common misspelling of "peculiar". Always use "peculiar" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Peculiar" means strange or unusual.
"peculiar": "Peculiar" means strange or unusual.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" He has a peculiar habit.
"Correct:" It sounded peculiar.
"Correct:" A peculiar smell.
"Correct:" Her behavior was peculiar.
"Incorrect:" He has a pecular habit.
"Incorrect:" A pecular smell.
A: Peculiar.
A: No.
A: Strange or unusual.
A: Missing vowel.
Peculiar is correct; it means unusual or strange. Pecular is a common misspelling. Use the proper spelling for clarity in writing.