Learn why “smitten” is correct and “slitten” is not.
Incorrect spelling - Slitten is not a real English word.
"slitten" is a common misspelling of "smitten". Always use "smitten" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
Smitten means deeply affected by love or emotion.
"smitten": Smitten means deeply affected by love or emotion.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" He was smitten with her smile.
"Correct:" She felt smitten by the puppy.
"Correct:" They were smitten at first sight.
"Incorrect:" He was slitten with her smile.
"Incorrect:" She felt slitten by the puppy.
A: Smitten.
A: No.
A: Strongly affected by love.
A: He was smitten by her.
A: Adjective.
“Smitten” expresses strong affection; “slitten” has no meaning in English.