Correct spelling, explanation: the word rendezvous originates from French rendez-vous. It was borrowed from this language. As you can see, the English version’s structure remained intact, that’s why we can’t change its spelling or pronunciation – the -z letter must be there. Rendevous isn’t correct – you have to look at the etymology to know that. It’s very important not to miss any letter when writing down the word rendezvous.

Definition of rendezvous:
1. noun, a meeting at an agreed time and place
I was really angry at David because he showed up late for our rendezvous.
I arranged a rendezvous with my girlfriend.
2. verb, to meet at an arranged time and place
We’ll rendezvous with our friends in Vienna.
I’ll be late for my rendezvous because I forgot the address.

Collocations with rendezvous:
Some most commonly used collocations include: secret rendezvous and popular rendezvous.
My mother has a secret rendezvous with his lover – she really thinks I don’t know about him.
The park is popular rendezvous for old people.

Incorrect spelling, explanation: the word rendezvous may look strange to some English users because it was borrowed from the French language. That’s why we should be very careful when spelling this noun/verb. Its original version – rendez-vous – will show you the right construction. Rendevous is not correct, because it lacks the -z letter. If you’re not sure about the spelling, always look at the etymology.