Weird Or Wierd – How To Spell It Correctly

2025-05-07 Spelling mistakes Time to read: 2min

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Especially in academic writing, it is highly necessary to avoid misspellings, as they can cause confusion and hinder the accurate communication of ideas. Many spelling mistakes are derived from the differences in spelling across languages. An example is the misspelling of the word “weird,” which is at times spelled “wierd.” This article will explain the correct spelling and further illustrate the correct way with examples.

The correct spelling of “weird”

The word “weird” grammatically functions as an adjective, and merely has one correct spelling. The word “weird” derives from the Old English word “wyrd,” which means “fate.” Today, “weird” is a synonym for “odd” or “peculiar,” often used in colloquial speaking.

Correct spelling

weird

Incorrect spelling

wierd

“Weird” is written correctly with the “e” before the “i.” The frequently seen misspelling “wierd” may occur due to the pronunciation, as the long “ee” sound confuses some people.

Examples

  • She was behaving pretty weird.
  • Look how weird this shirt is cut.
  • Some people call me weird for liking anime.

Mnemonic for spelling “weird”

Despite the difficult spelling of “weird,” there is a helpful mnemonic to remember the correct spelling.

Note: It would be weird to write weird with “ie.”

FAQs

The correct spelling is “weird” with “ei” in the middle.

No, “wierd” is not the correct spelling of the word. The correct spelling is “weird.” The difference lies in the placement of the “i” and “e” in the word.

Synonyms for “weird” can be “odd,” “peculiar,” or “strange.”

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Schmid, L. (2025, May 07). Weird Or Wierd – How To Spell It Correctly. BachelorPrint. https://www.bachelorprint.com/ca/spelling-mistakes/weird-or-wierd/ (retrieved 2025-05-09)

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Schmid, Leonie. 2025. "Weird Or Wierd – How To Spell It Correctly." BachelorPrint, Retrieved May 09, 2025. https://www.bachelorprint.com/ca/spelling-mistakes/weird-or-wierd/.

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Leonie Schmid, "Weird Or Wierd – How To Spell It Correctly," BachelorPrint, May 07, 2025, https://www.bachelorprint.com/ca/spelling-mistakes/weird-or-wierd/ (retrieved May 09, 2025).

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Schmid, Leonie: Weird Or Wierd – How To Spell It Correctly, in: BachelorPrint, 2025-05-07, [online] https://www.bachelorprint.com/ca/spelling-mistakes/weird-or-wierd/ (retrieved 2025-05-09).

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Schmid, Leonie: Weird Or Wierd – How To Spell It Correctly, in: BachelorPrint, 2025-05-07, [online] https://www.bachelorprint.com/ca/spelling-mistakes/weird-or-wierd/ (retrieved 2025-05-09).
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Schmid, Leonie (2025): Weird Or Wierd – How To Spell It Correctly, in: BachelorPrint, [online] https://www.bachelorprint.com/ca/spelling-mistakes/weird-or-wierd/ (retrieved 2025-05-09).

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Schmid, Leonie. "Weird Or Wierd – How To Spell It Correctly." BachelorPrint, 2025-05-07, https://www.bachelorprint.com/ca/spelling-mistakes/weird-or-wierd/ (retrieved 2025-05-09).

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Number. Schmid L. Weird Or Wierd – How To Spell It Correctly [Internet]. BachelorPrint. 2025 [cited 2025-05-09]. Available from: https://www.bachelorprint.com/ca/spelling-mistakes/weird-or-wierd/


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