What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mislabelled
Example
The package was mislabelled, and I received the wrong item. [mislabelled: adjective]
Example
The company was fined for mislabelling their products with false nutritional information. [mislabelling: gerund or present participle]
mislabeled
Example
The box was mislabeled, and it ended up in the wrong location. [mislabeled: adjective]
Example
The manufacturer was sued for mislabeling their products with false claims. [mislabeling: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Mislabeled is more common than mislabelled in everyday language, especially in American English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between mislabelled and mislabeled?
Both mislabelled and mislabeled are equally formal and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
