Tendency or Tendancy

How common is this error?

There are 29,200 search results on Bing for the misspelling 'Tendancy'. 'Tendancy' ranks in the top 0 of most common errors caught by TripleChecker, with at least 269 websites containing this mistake.¹

Part of speech and definition

The word "tendency" is a noun. It refers to an inclination or a predisposition to behave in a certain way or to have a particular trait. In a broader sense, it signifies a general direction in which something is developing or changing.

Examples of tendency being used in a sentence:

Correct She has a tendency to procrastinate when faced with overwhelming tasks.

Incorrect She has a tendancy to procrastinate when faced with overwhelming tasks.

Correct The research revealed a tendency among teenagers to prioritize social media over face-to-face interactions.

Incorrect The research revealed a tendancy among teenagers to prioritize social media over face-to-face interactions.

Correct There is a growing tendency for people to seek freelance work instead of traditional employment.

Incorrect There is a growing tendancy for people to seek freelance work instead of traditional employment.

Other common questions

What is the correct spelling?

Tendency

What is its origin?

The word 'tendency' originates from the Latin word 'tendentia', which is derived from 'tendere', meaning 'to stretch' or 'to extend'. The term evolved through Old French 'tendence' before entering Middle English as 'tendency'.

How do you pronounce tendency?

'Tendency' is pronounced as /ˈtɛn.dən.si/. The stress is on the first syllable: TEN-dən-cy.

Any tips for using the word in a sentence?

The word 'tendency' can be used in a sentence like this: "She has a tendency to overthink decisions." When using 'tendency,' it's important to ensure the correct spelling, avoiding common mistakes such as mixing it up with 'tendancy,' and to use it in contexts where it describes a habitual inclination or predisposition towards a particular behavior or outcome. Additionally, be mindful of its grammatical usage, as it is often followed by 'to' plus a verb or 'toward' when indicating a direction or focus.

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Which is the correct spelling? The correct spelling is Tendency (not Tendancy).

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