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The correct spelling is fault.
How to pronounce fault
/fɒlt/
nounIPA: /fɒlt/
Say it like: Fau-lt
The correct spelling is fault. A defect; something that detracts from perfection. For example: "No! This is my fault, not yours."
Usage Examples
“No! This is my fault, not yours.”
“For all her faults, she’s a good person at heart.”
“The fault lies with you.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A defect; something that detracts from perfection.
- 2.A mistake or error.
- 3.A weakness of character; a failing.
- 4.A minor offense.
- 5.Blame; the responsibility for a mistake.
verb
- 1.To criticize, blame or find fault with something or someone.
- 2.To fracture.
- 3.To commit a mistake or error.
- 4.To undergo a page fault.
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