by PushtoLearn
Greatful or Grateful
Table of Contents
Which Spelling Is Correct?
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Word |
Correct? |
Meaning |
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Grateful |
✅ Correct |
Feeling or showing thanks |
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Greatful |
❌ Incorrect |
❌ Not a real word |
✅ The correct spelling is "grateful."
Why Is It "Grateful" and Not "Greatful"?
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"Grateful" comes from the word "gratitude", which means thankfulness.
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"Greatful" looks like it comes from "great", but that’s incorrect—it’s not a real word!
✅ Think of "gratitude" → "grateful."
Examples of "Grateful" in Sentences
✅ I am grateful for your kindness.
✅ She felt grateful to have such great friends.
✅ Be grateful for what you have!
❌ Wrong: "I am greatful for your support."
✅ Correct: "I am grateful for your support."
Commonly Misspelled Words - Exercises and Quiz
Common Mistakes & How to Remember the Right Spelling
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Mistake |
Correction |
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❌ "I feel so greatful today!" |
✅ "I feel so grateful today!" |
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❌ "Be greatful for what you have." |
✅ "Be grateful for what you have." |
💡 Tip to Remember:
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"Grateful" = "Gratitude." Both start with "grat-"!
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"Great" means big or important, but it has nothing to do with thankfulness.
FAQs
What does "grateful" mean?
It means feeling thankful and appreciative.
Is "greatful" a word?
No! "Greatful" is a common misspelling—the correct word is "grateful."
Can I use "grateful" and "thankful" interchangeably?
Yes, but "grateful" is often used for deeper, long-term appreciation.
Why do people spell it "greatful"?
Because they associate it with "great", but that’s incorrect!
What’s an easy way to remember the spelling?
Think of "grateful" = "gratitude"—both start with "grat-"!
