Artefact vs. Artifact

In this lesson, we're going to discuss the differences and similarities between these words. One of them might even be a misspelling, who knows!

"Artefact" vs. "Artifact" in English

What Is Their Main Difference?

Both refer to a human-made item that is culturally or historically important. However, 'artefact' is the British spelling, whereas, 'articfact' is the American spelling.

Differences

'Artefact' is the British spelling, while, 'artifact' is the American spelling. Look at the examples below:

Half of the artefacts of the British Museum were robbed.

Some of these artifacts were imported from different countries.

Similarities

Both refer to human-made items that have historical or cultural significance. Check out the examples below:

This artefact dates back to the Renaissance period.

How were you able to find these artifacts?

Are They Interchangeable?

Most native speakers use them interchangeably because they are basically one and the same. Compare:

✓ Such artifacts are extremely valuable to us.

✓ Such artefacts are extremely valuable to us.

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