Learn correct spelling “smaller” vs incorrect “smaler.”
Incorrect spelling - “Smaler” is a misspelling missing one 'l'.
"smaler" is a common misspelling of "smaller". Always use "smaller" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Smaller” is the comparative form of “small.”
"smaller": “Smaller” is the comparative form of “small.”
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" This box is smaller than the other.
"Correct:" She chose a smaller size.
"Correct:" The room is smaller than expected.
"Incorrect:" This box is smaler.
"Incorrect:" She chose a smaler size.
A: Smaller.
A: No.
A: Comparative form of 'small.'
A: This bag is smaller.
A: Double the final 'l' before adding -er.
""Smaller" is correct; 'smaler' is wrong. It is the comparative form of 'small'."