Vocabulary Entry

spelt

|verb • noun

verb

past tense of 'spell'; to form a word by combining letters in the correct order.

Example Sentences

"She spelt her name for the receptionist."

"He spelt the word wrong on the test."

"The teacher asked if anyone could have spelt the word differently."

noun

Example Sentences

"Spelt is often considered a healthier alternative to common wheat."

"Many gluten-sensitive individuals find spelt to be more tolerable."

"Breads made with spelt have a nuttier flavor."