Sympathetic or Symphathetic
Learn why “Sympathetic” has no ‘ph’ after ‘m’.
Symphathetic
Incorrect spelling - “Symphathetic” is incorrect extra ‘h’.
"Symphathetic" is a common misspelling of "Sympathetic". Always use "Sympathetic" when referring to the correct word.
Sympathetic
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Sympathetic” means caring and supportive.
Definition of Sympathetic
"Sympathetic": “Sympathetic” means caring and supportive.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Sympathetic
- • compassionate
Usage Examples
"Correct:" A sympathetic friend.
"Correct:" Very sympathetic.
"Correct:" He sounds sympathetic.
"Correct:" Remain sympathetic.
"Incorrect:" A symphathetic friend.
"Incorrect:" Very symphathetic.
"Incorrect:" He sounds symphathetic.
"Incorrect:" Remain symphathetic.
Notes:
- • No ‘ph’ after ‘m’.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Sympathetic vs symphathetic?
A: Sympathetic is correct.
Q: Why wrong?
A: Extra ‘ph’.
Q: Meaning?
A: Caring.
Q: Trick?
A: sym-pa-thetic.
Summary
“Sympathetic vs symphathetic”: The correct spelling is sympathetic. Avoid symphathetic, a spelling error.