Don’t Get It Wrong: The Difference Between Pieces and Peices And More
In the realm of frequently misspelled words, the confusion between “peice” and “piece” often arises, especially when referring to a part of something or the act of putting things together. So, should you write “peices,” “peiced,” and “peicing,” or is it “pieces,” “pieced,” and “piecing”? Let’s explore some tips to help you remember the correct spelling!
Understanding the Words
Hello! I’m Ms. Marshall, an English teacher with nearly two decades of experience. I’m also an artist, and I personally illustrate every piece on this site, including the well-received “Aww Meaning” article. Now, let’s dive into today’s lesson!
Peice vs. Piece
Is it “peice” and “peices,” or “piece” and “pieces”?
While it might be tempting to write “peice,” that is incorrect! “Peice” is simply a misspelling. The correct forms are “piece,” “pieces,” “piecing,” and “pieced.” Toss aside “peices,” “peicing,” and “peiced,” along with other common errors like “freind.”
Remembering the Correct Spelling
How can we remember to spell “piece” correctly? Here are two helpful tricks — the second one ties into another lesson we’ve covered.
First, think of this adorable memory aid: a cute PIE of PIE to remind you that “piece” starts with p-i-e! This charming pie illustration serves as a delicious mnemonic device.
Another helpful tip is the classic rhyme: “i before e, except after c.” While it doesn’t apply in every case, it works well for “piece,” as well as for words like “believe” (not “beleive”) and “receive” (not “recieve”).
One Piece vs. One Peice
As I’ve recently transitioned into the role of a school librarian, I’m more aware of the popularity of the Japanese manga series called One Piece. It’s essential to remember the correct spelling here: it’s “i before e,” not “One Peice.” And while we’re at it, let’s clarify that the spelling for a magical female figure is “witch,” not “whitch.”
Video Resource
For a visual guide, check out this video: How Do You Spell Piece? where you can see my drawing process for these illustrations.
Summary
I hope this article clarifies the difference between “peice” and “piece” and proves as helpful as our previous lesson on “weither.” Let me know if there’s a particular topic you’d like me to illustrate and explain next. Now, let’s celebrate our newfound knowledge with some delicious pieces of pie!
