Skilfully or Skillfully

Understand spelling difference between British and incorrect forms.

Skillfully

Incorrect spelling - “Skillfully” is not preferred in British English (American variant).

"Skillfully" is a common misspelling of "Skilfully". Always use "Skilfully" when referring to the correct word.

Skilfully

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Skilfully” means doing something with skill (British spelling).

Definition of Skilfully

"Skilfully": “Skilfully” means doing something with skill (British spelling).

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Skilfully

  • expertly
  • well

Usage Examples

"Correct:" She worked skilfully.

"Correct:" He answered skilfully.

"Correct:" The artist painted skilfully.

"Correct:" They acted skilfully.

"Incorrect:" She worked skillfully.

"Incorrect:" He answered skillfully.

"Incorrect:" The artist painted skillfully.

"Incorrect:" They acted skillfully.

Notes:

  • British: skilfully.
  • American: skillfully.
  • Know context.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Skilfully vs skillfully – correct spelling?

A: Both exist; skilfully is British.

Q: Which should I use?

A: Depends on region.

Q: Meaning?

A: With skill.

Q: Trick?

A: UK = one ‘l’.

Summary

“Skilfully vs skillfully”: Both forms exist. Use skilfully (UK) or skillfully (US) based on context.