I before E except after C | Examples & Exceptions
I before e except after c is one of English’s most popular mnemonic spelling rules. However, while it applies to certain words, such as “receive,” “deceive,” and “conceit,” it disregards a whole range of others, including “science,” “glacier,” and “neighbor.”
There are more English words that include “ie” rather than “ei” (even after “c”). Thus, strictly adhering to the “i before e except after c” rule may cause more spelling mistakes than not.
| I before e except after c examples | I before e except after c exceptions |
|---|---|
| Ceiling | Ancient |
| Deceit | Deficiency |
| Receipt | Proficient |
Try QuillBot’s free Grammar Checker
Continue reading: I before E except after C | Examples & Exceptions
