Permenant vs. Permanent — What's the Difference?
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Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Published on October 13, 2023
"Permenant" is an incorrect spelling. The correct form is "Permanent," referring to something that lasts indefinitely or does not change.
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Which is correct: Permenant or Permanent
How to spell Permanent?
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Permenant
Incorrect Spelling
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Permanent
Correct Spelling
Difference Between Permenant and Permanent
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Key Differences
Recall "Permanent" with "remain," as something permanent remains unchanged.
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Envision "Permanent" ink, emphasizing the unchangeability.
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Think of "Permanent" as having an "a" before and after "n" to retain its order.
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Associate "Permanent" with "men" in the middle to remember the correct spelling.
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Use mnemonic "Per-MAN-ent" emphasizing "MAN" for clarity.
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Definitions
Permanent
Not subject to fluctuation or alteration.
Permanent rules in the club.
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Permanent
Remaining without essential change.
Their love was believed to be permanent.
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Permanent
Lasting or remaining without essential change
"the universal human yearning for something permanent, enduring, without shadow of change" (Willa Cather).
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Permanent
Not expected to change in status, condition, or place
A permanent address.
Permanent secretary to the president.
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Permanent
Any of several long-lasting hair styles usually achieved by chemical applications that straighten, curl, or wave the hair.
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Permanent
Lasting for an indefinitely long time.
The countries are now locked in a permanent state of conflict.
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Permanent
A chemical hair treatment imparting or removing curliness, whose effects typically last for a period of weeks; a perm.
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Permanent
(trading card games) A card whose effects persist beyond the turn on which it is played.
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Permanent
Continuing in the same state, or without any change that destroys form or character; remaining unaltered or unremoved; abiding; durable; fixed; stable; lasting; as, a permanent impression.
Eternity stands permanent and fixed.
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Permanent
Continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place;
Permanent secretary to the president
Permanent address
Literature of permanent value
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Permanent
Not capable of being reversed or returned to the original condition;
Permanent brain damage
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Permanent
Lasting or intended to last indefinitely.
He took up a permanent residence in the city.
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Permanent
Lasting an indefinitely long time.
She left a permanent impression on him.
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FAQs
Why is it called Permanent?
It's derived from the Latin word "permanens" meaning "remaining."
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What is the verb form of Permanent?
"Permanence" is a related noun, but there's no verb form like "permanent."
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Which vowel is used before Permanent?
Generally, "a" as in "a permanent solution."
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Which conjunction is used with Permanent?
Any conjunction can be used, depending on the sentence structure.
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What is the singular form of Permanent?
"Permanent" is an adjective and doesn't have singular or plural forms.
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Is Permanent a negative or positive word?
Neutral; the connotation depends on context.
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What is a stressed syllable in Permanent?
The first syllable, "Per," is stressed.
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What is the first form of Permanent?
Permanent is an adjective and doesn't have verb forms.
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Is Permanent a vowel or consonant?
"Permanent" is a word containing both vowels and consonants.
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How is Permanent used in a sentence?
"The museum's exhibition will be a permanent fixture."
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Which article is used with Permanent?
Both "a" and "the" can be used, depending on context.
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Is the word “Permanent” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
It can be neither or either, depending on the sentence.
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Fiza RafiqueFiza Rafique is a skilled content editor at AskDifference.com, where she meticulously refines and enhances written pieces. Drawing from her vast editorial expertise, Fiza ensures clarity, accuracy, and precision in every article. Passionate about language, she continually seeks to elevate the quality of content for readers worldwide.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.