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Practise or Practice
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Practise or Practice - Exercises and Quiz
These exercises focus on US and UK spelling.
Difference Between Practise and Practice
|
Word |
Type |
Usage |
Examples |
|
Practise |
Verb (British English) |
The act of doing something repeatedly to improve. |
"I practise the piano every day." |
|
Practice |
Noun (British & American English) |
The activity of learning or training something. |
"I have soccer practice after school." |
|
Practice |
Verb (American English) |
Used for both noun and verb meanings. |
"I practice guitar daily." (American English) |
Key Rule:
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British English: Use practise as a verb and practice as a noun.
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American English: Use practice for both the verb and noun.
Common Errors
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Mixing British and American English
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British learners often use "practise" as a noun, which is incorrect in both styles.
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Incorrect: "I have my violin practise soon."
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Correct: "I have my violin practice soon."
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Spelling confusion
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American learners might mistakenly write "practise" for the verb form, which isn’t standard in American English.
Everyday Use
Here are some examples to clarify how to use practise and practice:
|
Sentence |
British English |
American English |
|
"I need to improve, so I will _____." |
Practise |
Practice |
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"The doctor has a medical _____." |
Practice |
Practice |
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"He spends hours in piano _____." |
Practice |
Practice |
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"She _____ yoga every morning." |
Practises |
Practices |
Why Do We Need Two Versions?
This difference exists because of historical spelling rules. Over time, American English simplified some spellings, while British English kept the older versions.
FAQ
Is "practise" used in American English?
No, American English only uses practice for both the verb and noun.
Can I use "practice" instead of "practise" in British English?
No, in formal British English, practise must be used as the verb.
How do I remember the difference?
Think of advice/advise:
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Advice (noun) = Practice (noun).
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Advise (verb) = Practise (verb).
What is the plural of "practice"?
The plural is practices. For example, "Their work practices are efficient."
What about the phrase "practice makes perfect"?
This phrase works the same in both British and American English because practice is a noun here.
