Email or E mail

Correct spelling “email” vs wrong “e mail.”

e mail

Incorrect spelling - “E mail” as two words is outdated.

"e mail" is a common misspelling of "email". Always use "email" when referring to the correct word.

email

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Email” is an electronic message sent online.

Definition of email

"email": “Email” is an electronic message sent online.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for email

  • electronic mail
  • message

Usage Examples

"Correct:" I sent an email yesterday.

"Correct:" Check your email inbox.

"Correct:" She received an email from her teacher.

"Incorrect:" I sent an e mail yesterday.

"Incorrect:" Check your e mail inbox.

Notes:

  • Modern standard is one word.
  • Previously sometimes written as 'e-mail'.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Email.

Q: Is 'e mail' correct?

A: No.

Q: Meaning?

A: Electronic message sent online.

Q: Example sentence?

A: I received an email today.

Q: Common mistake?

A: Splitting into two words or using hyphen.

Summary

""Email" is correct; 'e mail' is outdated. Refers to electronic messages."