Question

Select the option with the correct spelling
A. Deceive
B. Definately
C. Dependancy
D. Descision

Answer 1

Hint:We will be solving this question with the help of Phonetics. Phonetics refers to the study of sounds of words or group of words.

Complete answer:
In the given question we have been given four various spelling of a word and are required to choose the most appropriate answer.
In order to do this, first try and understand the common sound from the given words and relate it with any word that you already know. Once, you relate it to a word that you know, try to find a word from the option that is most similar in sound to the word you related it to.

Option A) Deceive – This option is correct because the word 'deceive' is correctly spelled. It means 'to cheat someone for one's personal gains’. Hence option A 'deceive' is correct.
Option B) Definately – This option is not correct because the word ‘Definately’ has been incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling should be ‘Definitely’. Definitely means without doubt (used for emphasis), in a definite manner; clearly. Hence, this option is not correct.
Option C) Dependancy – This option is not correct because the word ‘Dependancy’ has been incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling should be Dependency. Dependency means
a country or province controlled by another. Hence, this option is not correct.
Option D) Descision - This option is not correct because the word ‘Descision’ has been incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling should be Decision. The meaning of Decision is the action or process of deciding something or of resolving a question. Hence, this option is not correct.

The right answer to this is option (A) Deceive.

Note:Phonetics form the base of your language. Hence, your concepts regarding phonetics should be clear.