Learn correct “sympathetic” vs wrong “simpathetic.”
Incorrect spelling - "Simpathetic" is an incorrect phonetic spelling.
"simpathetic" is a common misspelling of "sympathetic". Always use "sympathetic" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
Sympathetic means showing understanding or compassion.
"sympathetic": Sympathetic means showing understanding or compassion.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" She was very sympathetic.
"Correct:" He gave a sympathetic response.
"Incorrect:" She was simpathetic.
A: Sympathetic.
A: Incorrect prefix spelling.
sympathetic is the correct spelling, while simpathetic is always incorrect. Use "sympathetic" when referring to the correct word.