Excercise vs. Exercise: The Correct Spellings

The term "exercise" is derived from the Latin "exercitus," which means "to keep busy or at work." This later evolved into "exercere," which meant "to train, to exercise."

"Exercise" does possess other forms. For instance, "exercising" is the gerund or present participle form, while "exercised" is the past form.

To help remember the spelling of "exercise," think of the phrase: "Exercise is less 'excess' – so one 'c' is enough!" This little mnemonic emphasizes the single 'c' in "exercise."

Between "excercise" and "exercise," the latter is the accurate spelling. The main difference is the placement and number of the letter 'c'. "Exercise" has the letter 'c' followed by the letter 's' while "excercise" mistakenly includes an extra 'c'.

Incorrect: The military exercice took place early in the morning.

Correct: The military exercise took place early in the morning.

Incorrect: She finds mental exercice just as important as physical.

Correct: She finds mental exercise just as important as physical.

Incorrect: The teacher assigned an additional math exercice for homework.

Correct: The teacher assigned an additional math exercise for homework.

Incorrect: Regular exercice can improve your mood and energy levels.

Correct: Regular exercise can improve your mood and energy levels.

Incorrect: I need to do my daily exercice to stay healthy.

Correct: I need to do my daily exercise to stay healthy.

The use or application of a faculty, right, or process.

Physical activity done to maintain or improve health and fitness.

A task set to practice or test a skill.

A military drill or training maneuver.

A process or activity carried out for a specific purpose.

Activity that requires physical or mental exertion, especially when performed to develop or maintain fitness

A specific activity performed to develop or maintain fitness or a skill

The active use or application of something

The discharge of a duty, function, or office.

An activity having a specified aspect

A military maneuver or training activity.

exercises A ceremony that includes speeches, presentations, and other activities

To subject to practice or exertion in order to train, strengthen, or develop

To put through exercises

To make active use of; employ, apply, or exert

To discharge (duties, for example).

To carry out the functions of

To execute the terms of (a stock option, for example).

To alarm, worry, or anger; upset

To engage in exercise.

(countable) Any activity designed to develop or hone a skill or ability.

Activity intended to improve physical, or sometimes mental, strength and fitness.

A setting in action or practicing; employment in the proper mode of activity; exertion; application; use.

The performance of an office, ceremony, or duty.

(obsolete) That which gives practice; a trial; a test.

To exert for the sake of training or improvement; to practice in order to develop.

(intransitive) To perform physical activity for health or training.

(transitive) To use (a right, an option, etc.); to put into practice.

To occupy the attention and effort of; to task; to tax, especially in a painful or vexatious manner; harass; to vex; to worry or make anxious.

(obsolete) To set in action; to cause to act, move, or make exertion; to give employment to.

The act of exercising; a setting in action or practicing; employment in the proper mode of activity; exertion; application; use; habitual activity; occupation, in general; practice.

Exertion for the sake of training or improvement whether physical, intellectual, or moral; practice to acquire skill, knowledge, virtue, perfectness, grace, etc.

Bodily exertion for the sake of keeping the organs and functions in a healthy state; hygienic activity; as, to take exercise on horseback; to exercise on a treadmill or in a gym.

The performance of an office, a ceremony, or a religious duty.

That which is done for the sake of exercising, practicing, training, or promoting skill, health, mental, improvement, moral discipline, etc.; that which is assigned or prescribed for such ends; hence, a disquisition; a lesson; a task; as, military or naval exercises; musical exercises; an exercise in composition; arithmetic exercises.

That which gives practice; a trial; a test.

To set in action; to cause to act, move, or make exertion; to give employment to; to put in action habitually or constantly; to school or train; to exert repeatedly; to busy.

To exert for the sake of training or improvement; to practice in order to develop; hence, also, to improve by practice; to discipline, and to use or to for the purpose of training; as, to exercise arms; to exercise one's self in music; to exercise troops.

To occupy the attention and effort of; to task; to tax, especially in a painful or vexatious manner; harass; to vex; to worry or make anxious; to affect; to discipline; as, exercised with pain.

To put in practice; to carry out in action; to perform the duties of; to use; to employ; to practice; as, to exercise authority; to exercise an office.

To exercise one's self, as under military training; to drill; to take exercise; to use action or exertion; to practice gymnastics; as, to exercise for health or amusement.

the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit;

the act of using;

systematic training by multiple repetitions;

a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding;

(usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches;

put to use;

carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions;

give a work-out to;

do physical exercise;

learn by repetition;

Yoga is my favorite form of exercise for relaxation and flexibility.

Exercise helps in reducing stress and anxiety.

We did a team-building exercise at the retreat.

The emergency response team conducted an exercise to prepare for natural disasters.

The students completed the exercise in their workbooks.

He started to exercise more to improve his cardiovascular health.

Daily exercise is part of her routine to maintain her fitness.

To get the most benefit, you should exercise consistently.

She uses brain teasers as a mental exercise to stay sharp.

Regular exercise is crucial for managing weight.

Exercise can be fun when you find an activity you enjoy.

Exercise plays a vital role in healthy aging.

The music class involved an exercise in identifying classical composers.

Exercise-induced endorphins contribute to a feeling of well-being.

The drill sergeant led the recruits in a rigorous exercise.

To be careful and consider potential risks before taking action.

To hold back from acting impulsively and control one's actions.

To make use of the rights that you are entitled to by law or policy.

To use good judgment or sensitivity in making decisions or in what you say or do.

To maintain influence or power over something or someone.

To use one's authority or influence to affect outcomes.

To make use of a choice or right that one has in a given situation.

To adapt to new, different, or changing requirements or situations.

To use one's power or control in a situation.

To make decisions or form opinions after careful consideration.

To use resources sparingly or efficiently.

To participate in democratic processes or practices.

To remain calm and wait for something without getting upset.

To apply careful and persistent effort or work.

To act on one's own, making decisions without relying on others.

The correct spelling is "exercise." "Excercise" with an extra 'c' is incorrect.

Remember that "exercise" has less "excess," so it only needs one 'c'.

"Excercise" includes an unnecessary extra 'c', making it a misspelling of "exercise."

Yes, "exercise" can also mean a military training maneuver or drill.

"Exercise" is derived from Latin "exercitus," which means "to keep busy or at work."

Yes, "exercise" can also mean a task to practice a skill or the application of a right or process.

"Exercising" is a form, as in "She is exercising daily," and "exercised" as in "He exercised his right to vote."

An example is "The exercise of free speech is essential in a democracy."

A common use might be: "She makes it a point to exercise every morning."

Indeed, beyond physical activities, "exercise" can refer to tasks, drills, the application of rights, and activities done for specific purposes.