SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 56

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 1st August 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q56

Pick the correctly spelled word:

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer

Foreign

Explanation

The correct spelling of the word is F-O-R-E-I-G-N. While the rule 'i before e except after c' is a common guide for spelling in English, 'foreign' is one of the well-known exceptions to this rule.

Key Concepts

Importance of Spelling: Correct spelling is essential for clarity of communication and grammatical accuracy in the English language.

Common Mistakes: People often swap the order of 'e' and 'i' (e.g., writing 'Foriegn'), which is incorrect.

Important Questions and Answers

Question: What is the meaning of the word 'Foreign'?

Answer: It means something or someone belonging to a country other than one's own.

Question: What is the antonym of the word 'Foreign'?

Answer: The antonym of 'Foreign' is 'Native' or 'Domestic'.