LoginSpoiled vs. Spoilt
This time, I've thought about focusing on more grammatically-confusing words. Which do you think is the correct past form?
What Is Their Main Difference?
'Spoiled' and 'spoilt' are alternative spellings of the simple past and past participles of the verb 'spoil'. The difference between the two spellings is mainly a matter of regional and cultural preference.
Differences
In American English, 'spoiled' is the more commonly used spelling, while in British English, 'spoilt' is more common. However, both spellings are considered correct and interchangeable.Check out the examples below:
These
The vacation was
Similarities
Both are past forms of the verb 'spoil'. They describe something that has been negatively affected or damaged due to a specific cause, or a person who has been negatively affected by excessive indulgence or pampering. Look below:
I don't want a
Have I
Are They Interchangeable?
Most native speakers use them interchangeably. Compare:
✓ I'm sorry to have
✓ I'm sorry to have
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