2020 · Q76
In this section a word is spelt in four different ways. Identify the one which is correct. Choose the correct response (a), (b), (c) or (d) and indicate on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
Which one of the following alternatives has the correct spelling?
EnglishAdaptation of Borrowed Words
- ATwelth
- BTwelfth
- CTweluth
- DTwelthe
Explanation
The correct spelling is 'twelfth' — the 'f' of 'twelve' is retained before '-th'. The distractors drop the 'f' or misplace the 'h'. Hence (B) Twelfth is correct.