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NORCET-11 Prelims
English
Easy

Choose the correctly spelt word from the options below.

Appeared in: NORCET-11 Prelims

Explanation

  • The correct spelling is 'embarrass' with double 'r' and double 's'.
  • Double consonants are common in English words derived from French.
  • Misspelling can lead to errors in professional communication.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

  • Option A: 'Embarass' is missing one 'r', making it an incorrect spelling.
  • Option B: 'Embarres' uses 'e' instead of 'a' and is not a valid English word.
  • Option D: 'Embarras' is a French word and not the correct English spelling.

Related Visual

Comparison of common misspellings of embarrass with correct spelling highlighted.
Clinical Relevance
  • Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Correct spelling of commonly confused English words as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
  • Nurses must use correct spelling in documentation to maintain professionalism.
  • Spelling errors in medical records can lead to miscommunication.
  • What if? If a nurse writes 'embarass' in a report, it may be flagged for correction and could affect the perceived accuracy of the documentation.
How to Approach the Question
  • Read each option carefully and look for double consonants.
  • Recall common spelling rules for words with repeated letters.
  • Eliminate options that look unfamiliar or have extra/missing letters.
  • Choose the option that matches standard English spelling.
Concept Tested & Keywords
  • Concept Tested: Correct spelling of commonly confused English words
  • Stem keywords: correctly spelt word, choose, options
  • Lead-in keywords: correctly

Question ID

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Reference Book

E6 Midwifery Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing Sandeep Kaur p. 47-55

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