Find out why “spread” is correct as past tense and why “spreaded” is wrong.
Incorrect spelling - “Spreaded” is a non-standard, incorrect form.
"spreaded" is a common misspelling of "spread". Always use "spread" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Spread” can be present or past tense meaning to extend or distribute.
"spread": “Spread” can be present or past tense meaning to extend or distribute.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" She spread butter on the bread.
"Correct:" News spread quickly.
"Correct:" The blanket spread across the bed.
"Correct:" The disease spread fast.
"Incorrect:" She spreaded butter.
"Incorrect:" News spreaded quickly.
"Incorrect:" The blanket spreaded.
"Incorrect:" The disease spreaded fast.
A: Spread.
A: No.
A: News spread across the town.
A: Yes, same form for both.
A: Butter, news, diseases, blankets, etc.
""Spread" is correct for all tenses; 'spreaded' is always wrong. Remember, spread doesn’t change."