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Typo

Verb / ˈtaɪpəʊ / Another word for typo — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Typo means a mistake made while typing or writing, such as a misspelled word or a duplicated letter.

Synonyms & similar words

literalerror misprint typographicalerror literal erratum mistake error slip-up blunder oversight flub foul-up inaccuracy miscalculation misstep misprint misreading misinterpretation misrepresentation gaffe blotch blemish fault defect

Synonyms by register

Formal

error mistake misprint erratum

Informal

blunder slip goof boner

Literary

lapse blemish flaw

Antonyms

accuracy correctness precision flawlessness perfection exactness

Common collocations

  • make a typo
  • catch a typo
  • fix a typo
  • typographical error
  • minor typo
  • obvious typo
  • avoid typos

Word family

noun typo
verb typographical error

Usage note

A typo is a minor error in typed or printed text. While 'typographical error' is more formal, 'typo' is widely understood and used in most contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I noticed a typo in the newsletter and corrected it.
  2. She made a typo in her email and sent it to the wrong person.
  3. The book had several typos that needed to be fixed.
  4. I always proofread my work to avoid making a typo.
  5. He apologized for the typo in his report.

Quotes

  • "A typo is a mistake made with a keyboard." - Unknown
  • "The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter - 'tis the difference between the lightning-bug and the lightning." - Mark Twain
  • "I'd like to help you out. Which way did you come in?" - Sign with a typo

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