Possible is spelled with two s's in English: "possible." The word comes from the Latin possibilis and is used to mean something that can be done or may occur. Here’s a quick guide to avoid common misspellings and remember the correct form. What to remember

• Correct spelling: possible
• Common misspellings to avoid: posible, possibel, possoble, possibl
• Key feature: the double s after po: po s s i b l e

Pronunciation (for memory)

• Pronounced as /ˈpä-sə-bəl/. The stress is on the first syllable: POS-si-ble.

Mnemonic tips

• Break it into syllables: pos-si-ble
• Visual cue: imagine two “S”s standing side by side in the middle of the word

Usage notes

• Possible is an adjective (e.g., It is possible to finish the project by Friday).
• It can also appear in phrases like “possibly” (adverb) to indicate uncertainty about something’s occurrence.

If you’re comparing to Spanish, the equivalent word “posible” is spelled differently in English and is considered a misspelling when used in English contexts.