Sleeve or Sleave
Understand why “Sleeve” is correct and “Sleave” is incorrect.
Sleave
Incorrect spelling - “Sleave” is incorrect due to wrong vowel placement.
"Sleave" is a common misspelling of "Sleeve". Always use "Sleeve" when referring to the correct word.
Sleeve
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Sleeve” is the part of a garment covering the arm.
Definition of Sleeve
"Sleeve": “Sleeve” is the part of a garment covering the arm.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Sleeve
- • arm cover
Usage Examples
"Correct:" His shirt sleeve is long.
"Correct:" Roll up your sleeves.
"Correct:" The sleeve is torn.
"Correct:" She fixed the sleeve.
"Incorrect:" His shirt sleave is long.
"Incorrect:" Roll up your sleaves.
"Incorrect:" The sleave is torn.
"Incorrect:" She fixed the sleave.
Notes:
- • Double ‘e’.
- • s-l-ee-ve.
- • Don’t swap vowels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Sleeve vs sleave – correct spelling?
A: Sleeve is correct.
Q: Why is sleave wrong?
A: Wrong vowel order.
Q: Meaning?
A: Arm part of clothing.
Q: Trick?
A: ‘ee’ sound = double e.
Summary
“Sleeve vs sleave”: The correct spelling is sleeve. Avoid sleave, a spelling mistake.