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!
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:
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Similarities
Both refer to human-made items that have historical or cultural significance. Check out the examples below:
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Are They Interchangeable?
Most native speakers use them interchangeably because they are basically one and the same. Compare:
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