Spent or Spended

Understand why “Spent” is correct and “Spended” is incorrect.

Spended

Incorrect spelling - “Spended” is incorrect verb form.

"Spended" is a common misspelling of "Spent". Always use "Spent" when referring to the correct word.

Spent

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Spent” is the past tense of spend.

Definition of Spent

"Spent": “Spent” is the past tense of spend.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Spent

  • used
  • paid

Usage Examples

"Correct:" I spent money.

"Correct:" He spent time wisely.

"Correct:" She spent hours studying.

"Correct:" They spent the day well.

"Incorrect:" I spended money.

"Incorrect:" He spended time.

"Incorrect:" She spended hours.

"Incorrect:" They spended day.

Notes:

  • Irregular verb.
  • spend → spent.
  • No ‘-ed’.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Spent vs spended – correct spelling?

A: Spent is correct.

Q: Is spended correct?

A: No.

Q: Meaning?

A: Past of spend.

Q: Trick?

A: spend → spent.

Summary

“Spent vs spended”: Use spent as past tense. Avoid spended, which is incorrect.