Column or Coloumn

Learn why “Column” is correct.

Coloumn

Incorrect spelling - “Coloumn” is incorrect extra vowel.

"Coloumn" is a common misspelling of "Column". Always use "Column" when referring to the correct word.

Column

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Column” is a vertical structure or section.

Definition of Column

"Column": “Column” is a vertical structure or section.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Column

  • pillar

    Usage Examples

    "Correct:" Read the column.

    "Correct:" A news column.

    "Correct:" Stone column.

    "Correct:" Data column.

    "Incorrect:" Read the coloumn.

    "Incorrect:" A news coloumn.

    "Incorrect:" Stone coloumn.

    "Incorrect:" Data coloumn.

    Notes:

    • No ‘ou’.
    • Spell col-umn.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Column vs coloumn?

    A: Column is correct.

    Q: Meaning?

    A: Vertical section.

    Q: Why wrong?

    A: Extra vowel.

    Q: Trick?

    A: col + umn.

    Summary

    “Column vs coloumn”: The correct spelling is column. Avoid coloumn, an extra-letter mistake.