Sympathy or Sympthy

Learn why “Sympathy” is correct.

Sympthy

Incorrect spelling - “Sympthy” is incorrect missing vowel.

"Sympthy" is a common misspelling of "Sympathy". Always use "Sympathy" when referring to the correct word.

Sympathy

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Sympathy” means feelings of pity or sorrow for someone.

Definition of Sympathy

"Sympathy": “Sympathy” means feelings of pity or sorrow for someone.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Sympathy

  • compassion
  • pity

Usage Examples

"Correct:" Show sympathy.

"Correct:" Deep sympathy.

"Correct:" Express sympathy.

"Correct:" Offer sympathy.

"Incorrect:" Show sympthy.

"Incorrect:" Deep sympthy.

"Incorrect:" Express sympthy.

"Incorrect:" Offer sympthy.

Notes:

  • Include ‘a’.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Sympathy vs sympthy?

A: Sympathy is correct.

Q: Meaning?

A: Compassion.

Q: Why wrong?

A: Missing vowel.

Q: Trick?

A: sym-pa-thy.

Summary

“Sympathy vs sympthy”: The correct spelling is sympathy. Avoid sympthy, a missing-letter mistake.