A spelling can tell you both the word’s role and the variety of English.
The idea
In British English, practice is the noun and practise is the verb. In American English, practice is both noun and verb.
| Variety and role | Spelling |
|---|---|
| British noun | practice |
| British verb | practise |
| American noun or verb | practice |
Examples
- The choir needs more practice before the concert.
- Her daily practice includes ten minutes of reading.
- In Britain, Leo will practise the piano after lunch.
- British students practise their pronunciation together.
- In the United States, Maya will practice her speech tonight.
- The American team has soccer practice on Friday.
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Choose the correct spelling. In British English: We need more ___ before the match. (practice / practise)
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practice
practice: More modifies the noun for preparation.
Choose the correct spelling. In British English: I ___ the violin every morning. (practice / practise)
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practise
practise: The subject performs the action in British English.
Choose the correct spelling. In American English: They ___ new dance steps on Mondays. (practice / practise)
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practice
practice: This is a verb in American English.
Practice round
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Choose the correct spelling. In British English: We need more ___ before the match. (practice / practise)
Choose the correct spelling. In British English: I ___ the violin every morning. (practice / practise)
Choose the correct spelling. In American English: They ___ new dance steps on Mondays. (practice / practise)
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