Since or Sicne

Understand why “Since” is correct and “Sicne” is incorrect.

Sicne

Incorrect spelling - “Sicne” is incorrect due to swapped letters.

"Sicne" is a common misspelling of "Since". Always use "Since" when referring to the correct word.

Since

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Since” indicates time or reason.

Definition of Since

"Since": “Since” indicates time or reason.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Since

  • because
  • from

Usage Examples

"Correct:" I know him since childhood.

"Correct:" She left since morning.

"Correct:" He has worked here since 2020.

"Correct:" It has changed since then.

"Incorrect:" I know him sicne childhood.

"Incorrect:" She left sicne morning.

"Incorrect:" He worked here sicne 2020.

"Incorrect:" It changed sicne then.

Notes:

  • Order: s-i-n-c-e.
  • Don’t swap.
  • Common typo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Since vs sicne – correct spelling?

A: Since is correct.

Q: Why is sicne wrong?

A: Letters swapped.

Q: Meaning?

A: From time or reason.

Q: Trick?

A: sin-ce.

Summary

“Since vs sicne”: Use since correctly for time or reason. Avoid sicne, a typing mistake.