Agayn vs. Again — Which is Correct Spelling?
By Tayyaba Rehman — Updated on March 26, 2024
"Agayn" is incorrect; "Again" is the correct spelling, denoting another time or once more.
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Which is correct: Agayn or Again
How to spell Again?
Agayn
Incorrect Spelling
Again
Correct Spelling
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Key Differences
Associate "Again" with recurring events to emphasize repetition.
Remember, it's "a-g-a-i-n" just like the sequence in the alphabet.
Think of "gain" in "Again"; you want to do or have something one more time.
Think of "Again" as a palindrome's center; the middle "g" is flanked by "a" on both sides.
Recall popular phrases like "time and again" to reinforce the right spelling.
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How Do You Spell Again Correctly?
Incorrect: I can't believe it's happening agayn.
Correct: I can't believe it's happening again.
Incorrect: She decided to try agayn.
Correct: She decided to try again.
Incorrect: Can we go there agayn?
Correct: Can we go there again.
Incorrect: I've lost my keys agayn.
Correct: I've lost my keys again.
Incorrect: Please explain it to me agayn.
Correct: Please explain it to me again.
Again Definitions
Another time; once more.
She read the letter again.
Once more; anew
Try again.
To a previous place, position, or state
Left home but went back again.
Returning to a previous position or condition.
He's working again after a long break.
On the other hand; conversely.
He could go, but then again, he might stay home.
In addition to what's already mentioned.
It costs $50, and then there's tax again.
Back in the original place or condition.
Put the toys back in the box again.
Furthermore; moreover
Again, we need to collect more data.
On the other hand
She might go, and again she might not.
In return; in response
Paid him again.
Over and above a factor of one.
Used metalinguistically, with the repetition being in the discussion, or in the linguistic or pragmatic context of the discussion, rather than in the subject of discussion.
Great, thanks again!
Tell me again, say again; used in asking a question to which one may have already received an answer that one cannot remember.
What's that called again?
I ask again, I say again; used in repeating a question or statement.
Again, I'm not criticizing, I just want to understand.
Here too, here also, in this case as well; used in applying a previously made point to a new instance; sometimes preceded by "here".
Approach B is better than approach A in many respects, but again, there are difficulties in implementing it.
(obsolete) Back in the reverse direction, or to an original starting point.
Bring us word again.
Back (to a former place or state).
We need to bring the old customs to life again.
The South will rise again.
(obsolete) In return, as a reciprocal action; back.
(obsolete) In any other place.
(obsolete) On the other hand.
Moreover; besides; further.
(obsolete or dialectal) Against.
In return, back; as, bring us word again.
Another time; once more; anew.
If a man die, shall he live again?
Once repeated; - of quantity; as, as large again, half as much again.
In any other place.
On the other hand.
Against; also, towards (in order to meet).
Albeit that it is again his kind.
Anew;
She tried again
They rehearsed the scene again
Again Meaning in a Sentence
I've lost my keys again.
Can we go there again?
Let's watch that movie again; I loved it.
If I had the chance, I'd do it all over again.
I've read this book three times, and I'd read it again.
She decided to try again.
I hope to see you again soon.
I can't believe it's happening again.
Please explain it to me again.
She looked again, but her name wasn't on the list.
He's late again, just like last time.
I need to start the game again; I made a mistake.
Let's try that restaurant again; the food was amazing.
The team wants to win the championship again this year.
He fixed the car, but it broke down again.
They said goodbye, knowing they'd see each other again.
I would choose you again in a heartbeat.
Can you say that again? I didn't hear you the first time.
The sun is shining again after a week of rain.
I can't wait to travel again when it's safe.
She's rehearsing her lines again to get them perfect.
They're playing our song again on the radio.
If you didn't understand, I can explain it again.
She sang the song again, this time with more emotion.
He's thinking of running for office again.
Common Curiosities
Why is it called Again?
"Again" originates from Old English "ongein" meaning "back, in return."
What is the pronunciation of Again?
/əˈɡɛn/ or /əˈɡeɪn/
What is the verb form of Again?
"Again" is not a verb and doesn't have a verb form.
What is the root word of Again?
The root word is from Old English "ongein."
Which vowel is used before Again?
Typically, no specific vowel precedes "Again."
What is the singular form of Again?
"Again" does not have a singular or plural form.
Which article is used with Again?
"Again" doesn't typically require an article.
Which conjunction is used with Again?
"And" can be used, as in "She tried and tried again."
Is Again an adverb?
Yes.
Is the Again term a metaphor?
No, but it can be used in metaphorical expressions.
Is Again a noun or adjective?
Neither; "Again" is primarily an adverb.
Is the word Again is Gerund?
No.
What is the first form of Again?
"Again" doesn't have verb forms.
What is the plural form of Again?
"Again" does not have a plural form.
Which preposition is used with Again?
There's no specific preposition tied to "Again," but "once" can often precede it, as in "once again."
How many syllables are in Again?
Two.
What is the opposite of Again?
Never.
Is Again an abstract noun?
No.
Is Again a countable noun?
"Again" is not a noun.
Is Again a collective noun?
No.
How do we divide Again into syllables?
A-gain.
What is the third form of Again?
"Again" doesn't have verb forms.
Is Again a vowel or consonant?
"Again" is a word, not a single letter.
Is the word Again is imperative?
No.
What part of speech is Again?
Adverb.
Is Again a negative or positive word?
Neutral, but context determines its connotation.
Is the word “Again” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
Neither, "Again" is primarily an adverb.
What is a stressed syllable in Again?
The second syllable, "gain."
What is another term for Again?
Once more.
Which determiner is used with Again?
"Again" doesn't typically require a determiner.
What is the second form of Again?
"Again" doesn't have verb forms.
How is Again used in a sentence?
"She decided to try the task again."
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