Shot or Shooted
Learn why “Shot” is correct and “Shooted” is incorrect.
Shooted
Incorrect spelling - “Shooted” is incorrect and not standard English.
"Shooted" is a common misspelling of "Shot". Always use "Shot" when referring to the correct word.
Shot
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Shot” is the past tense of shoot.
Definition of Shot
"Shot": “Shot” is the past tense of shoot.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Shot
- • fired
Usage Examples
"Correct:" He shot the ball.
"Correct:" She shot a photo.
"Correct:" They shot quickly.
"Correct:" He shot an arrow.
"Incorrect:" He shooted the ball.
"Incorrect:" She shooted a photo.
"Incorrect:" They shooted.
"Incorrect:" He shooted an arrow.
Notes:
- • shoot → shot.
- • Irregular verb.
- • No ‘-ed’.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Shot vs shooted – correct spelling?
A: Shot is correct.
Q: Is shooted correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: Past of shoot.
Q: Trick?
A: shoot → shot.
Summary
“Shot vs shooted”: The correct past tense is shot. Avoid shooted, a common mistake.