Approximately or Approximatly

“Approximately” is correct; “approximatly” is missing ‘e’.

approximatly

Incorrect spelling - “Approximatly” is a misspelling missing ‘e’.

"approximatly" is a common misspelling of "approximately". Always use "approximately" when referring to the correct word.

approximately

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Approximately” means nearly or about.

Definition of approximately

"approximately": “Approximately” means nearly or about.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for approximately

  • about
  • roughly

Usage Examples

"Correct:" Approximately 10 people.

"Correct:" It costs approximately $50.

"Correct:" Arrive approximately at 5.

"Correct:" Approximately equal values.

"Incorrect:" Approximatly 10.

"Incorrect:" It costs approximatly.

Notes:

  • Ends with ‘-ely’.
  • Common typo.
  • Adverb form.
  • From approximate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is approximatly wrong?

A: Missing ‘e’.

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Approximately.

Summary

Use “approximately.”