Which word is spelled correctly?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer
Maneuver
Explanation
The question asks you to identify the correct spelling of the word that means a planned movement, strategic shift, or a skillful adaptation of direction. This is a highly popular target on competitive exams because it contains a rare vowel cluster that contradicts standard English phonetics.
The correct spelling is Maneuver.
The primary trap lies in the middle syllable, specifically the placement of the "e" and the "u". It is very common to mistakenly swap them into "ue" because of how the word sounds when spoken aloud.
Let's look at why the other choices fail:
"Manuever" is the most common mistake on tests. It places the "u" before the "e", which breaks the correct structural spelling of the word.
"Manouver" mistakenly substitutes an "o" for the middle "e". While the British/Commonwealth variation of this word is spelled "Manoeuvre" (retaining the "o"), this specific option misplaces the letters entirely and does not conform to either standard system.
"Mannuver" incorrectly doubles the letter "n" and completely omits the essential "e" from the middle cluster.
Because the standard American English spelling requires the exact sequence M-a-n-e-u-v-e-r, Option 1 is the correct choice.
Key Points
To lock this tricky spelling into your memory for exam day, focus on the middle letter sequence: e comes before u (-neu-). You can think of the word "neurology" or "neuron" to remind yourself of the standard e-u ordering.
If you ever encounter the British English variation on an exam, it will appear as "Manoeuvre", but among the standard choices provided in this format, "Maneuver" is the single accurate option.