Why is "condition" spelled this way?

Discover the logic behind this word and learn how understanding spelling patterns can transform your writing confidence.

condition

con•di•tion

Step 1: Syllable Breakdown

conRule: O makes schwa before W, TH, M, N, VSpelling rules applied: O makes schwa before W, TH, M, N, V

diRule: I and Y can say short or long 'i' in syllableSpelling rules applied: I and Y can say short or long 'i' in syllable

tionRule: TI, CI, SI only at syllable start, not word start, O makes schwa before W, TH, M, N, VSpelling rules applied: TI, CI, SI only at syllable start, not word start, O makes schwa before W, TH, M, N, V

Step 2: Words Spelt From condition

cond= To put together, to hide, to preserve.

Step 3: Putting It All Together

condition- The state that something is in.

Spelling Notes

This word has three syllables: 'con-di-tion'. Rule 16 states that TI, CI, and SI are only found at the start of a syllable within a word, never at the beginning of the whole word. In 'condition', 'ti' starts the last syllable, following this rule. Remembering this rule helps you place 'ti' correctly within words.

Breaking words down into their syllables and analyzing why a word is spelled the way it is will drive you to be a better all-around speller, not just learning this single word. This is what strong spellers do subconsciously.

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