Incorrect spelling, explanation: the misspelling permanant likely stems from the pronunciation of the word rather than its correct spelling. English spelling can be tricky because the written form doesn’t always directly correspond to pronunciation. The correct spelling, permanent, follows the typical English pattern of having the vowel -a followed by the consonant -n. The -a and -n sounds in permanent are separated by the vowel -e. While permanant might seem like a logical spelling based on pronunciation, it’s incorrect according to standard English spelling rules.
Correct spelling, explanation: the word permanent is derived from the Latin word permanens, which means remaining or enduring. It is used to describe something that is intended to last indefinitely without change or something that remains in a particular state forever. To remember the correct spelling, you might think of the root word perma, which is also seen in permafrost (ground that remains permanently frozen), and note that permanent follows the pattern of having an -e after the -n. Always use permanent in your writing to ensure correctness and clarity.
Definition of permanent:
Adjective, lasting for a long time or forever
The ink left a permanent mark on the white shirt, and no amount of washing could remove it.
After years of traveling, they finally settled down in a permanent home in the countryside.
Collocations with permanent:
Some of the most commonly used collocations include:
1. Permanent address: the address where a person resides long-term or indefinitely.
After moving several times, she finally bought a house and now has a permanent address.
2. Permanent solution: a solution that resolves a problem for good, without the need for further intervention.
Installing a water filtration system provided a permanent solution to their contaminated water supply.
3. Permanent job: a job with no predetermined end date, offering long-term employment.
After years of temporary contracts, he was thrilled to be offered a permanent job at the company.
4. Permanent resident: a person who has the right to live indefinitely in a country without becoming a citizen.
She applied for permanent resident status after living in the country for five years.
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