Select the word that is spelled correctly.

Appeared in: DSSSB -28 August 2019 (Shift-2)

Explanation

The correct spelling for the military rank is 'Lieutenant'.
The word is derived from French, where 'lieu' means 'place' and 'tenant' means 'holding'. A lieutenant is a 'placeholder' for a more senior officer.
A helpful mnemonic is to break the word into two parts you might recognize: 'Lieu' + 'Tenant'.

Option A: This is a common phonetic misspelling that omits the 'i' from the 'ieu' vowel combination.
Option B: This spelling incorrectly places the 'i' after the 'e', which does not follow the standard English or French etymology.
Option D: While the spelling is correct, this option is an exact duplicate of option C. In a standardized test, this would be considered an error in question design, but it does not make the spelling itself incorrect.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain English Spelling as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Accurate spelling is a fundamental component of professional communication in all fields, including nursing.
Correctly spelling terms in patient charts, reports, and professional correspondence prevents misinterpretation and ensures clarity.
What if a medication name was misspelled? A spelling error with a look-alike, sound-alike drug could lead to a serious medication error. Attention to detail in spelling is a critical patient safety skill.

How to Approach the Question

First, read the question carefully to understand that you need to identify the correctly spelled word.
Examine each option one by one.
Try to sound out each word or break it down into smaller, familiar parts. For 'Lieutenant', think 'Lieu' + 'Tenant'.
Eliminate the options that are clearly misspelled based on your knowledge of English spelling rules and phonetics.
Identify the correct spelling. If there are duplicate correct options, as in this case (C and D), select one of them as the answer. This usually indicates a flaw in the question's construction.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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Practise the full DSSSB -28 August 2019 (Shift-2)

Attempt every question from this paper in a timed mock, then review the full solution for each one.