Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

spelling bee

noun

/ˈspɛl.ɪŋ biː/

Definition

A spelling bee is a competition in which participants are asked to spell a broad selection of words, usually with a specific set of rules.

Examples

She won the school spelling bee with her exceptional spelling skills.
The annual spelling bee attracts participants from all over the county.
He practiced every day to improve his chances of winning the spelling bee.

Meaning

The term ‘spelling bee’ refers to an event where individuals, often children or students, compete by spelling words aloud in front of an audience. It is often held in schools as a way to test participants’ spelling skills and knowledge of vocabulary.