Full vs. Ful — Which is Correct Spelling?
By Tayyaba Rehman — Updated on March 24, 2024
"Full" is the correct spelling denoting completeness or maximum capacity. "Ful" is an incorrect spelling.
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Which is correct: Full or Ful
How to spell Full?
Full
Correct Spelling
Ful
Incorrect Spelling
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Key Differences
Extra Letter: Always remember, when something is "full", it has an "extra" L.
Visual Cue: Think of a glass being "full" of water, reaching the top, which resembles the two L's stacked.
Word Families: "Fullness" and "fully" both use two L's.
Mnemonic: "A glass is full with two L’s, not one."
Rhyme Association: "Pull" has two L's, and so does "full".
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How Do You Spell Ful Correctly?
Incorrect: She felt ful after eating the large meal.
Correct: She felt full after eating the large meal.
Incorrect: The jar is ful of cookies.
Correct: The jar is full of cookies.
Full Definitions
Completely filled; lacking no part.
The glass is full of water.
Not lacking in any detail.
She gave a full account of the story.
Completely occupied with.
He was full of enthusiasm.
Containing or holding as much or as many as possible; having no empty space
Waste bins full of rubbish
The hotel is full up
She could only nod, for her mouth was full
Not lacking or omitting anything; complete
A full range of sports facilities
(of a person's figure or part of the body) plump or rounded
The fuller figure
She had full lips
Straight; directly
She turned her head and looked full into his face
Very
He knew full well she was too polite to barge in
The period, point, or state of the greatest fullness or strength.
Make (something) full; fill up
He full up the house with bawling
Gather or pleat (fabric) so as to make a garment full
A straight piece fulled into a small band at the top
(of the moon or tide) become full
Fulling moon aloft doth ride
Clean, shrink, and felt (cloth) by heat, pressure, and moisture
Weaving and fulling were all formerly part of the normal domestic scene
Containing all that is normal or possible
A full pail.
Complete in every particular
A full account.
Amounting to three balls and two strikes. Used of a count.
Having a base runner at first, second, and third base
The bases were full when the slugger stepped up to bat.
Of maximum or highest degree
At full speed.
Being at the peak of development or maturity
In full bloom.
Of or relating to a full moon.
Having a great deal or many
A book full of errors.
Totally qualified, accepted, or empowered
A full member of the club.
Rounded in shape; plump
A full figure.
Having or made with a generous amount of fabric
Full draperies.
Having an appetite completely satisfied, especially for food or drink
Was full after the Thanksgiving dinner.
Providing an abundance, especially of food.
Having depth and body; rich
A full aroma.
Full tones.
Completely absorbed or preoccupied
“He was already pretty full of himself” (Ron Rosenbaum).
Possessing both parents in common
Full brothers.
Full sisters.
Of or relating to a full-size bed
Full sheets.
A full bed skirt.
Exactly; directly
Full in the path of the moon.
To a complete extent; entirely. Sometimes used in combination
Knew full well.
Full blown.
Full-fledged.
To make (a garment) full, as by pleating or gathering.
To become full. Used of the moon.
To increase the density and usually the thickness of (cloth) by shrinking and beating or pressing.
The maximum or complete size or amount
Repaid in full.
The highest degree or state
Living life to the full.
A full-size bed.
Containing the maximum possible amount that can fit in the space available.
The jugs were full to the point of overflowing.
Complete; with nothing omitted.
Our book gives full treatment to the subject of angling.
Total, entire.
She had tattoos the full length of her arms.
He was prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
Completely empowered, authorized or qualified (in some role); not limited.
Full member
Full officer
(informal) Having eaten to satisfaction, having a "full" stomach; replete.
"I'm full," he said, pushing back from the table.
Replete, abounding with.
This movie doesn't make sense; it's full of plot holes.
I prefer my pizzas full of toppings.
(of physical features) Plump, round.
Full lips; a full face; a full figure
(of the moon) Having its entire face illuminated.
(of garments) Of a size that is ample, wide, or having ample folds or pleats to be comfortable.
A full pleated skirt;
She needed her full clothing during her pregnancy.
Having depth and body; rich.
A full singing voice
(obsolete) Having the mind filled with ideas; stocked with knowledge; stored with information.
Having the attention, thoughts, etc., absorbed in any matter, and the feelings more or less excited by it.
She's full of her latest project.
Filled with emotions.
(obsolete) Impregnated; made pregnant.
Said of the three cards of the same rank in a full house.
Drunk, intoxicated.
(archaic) Fully; quite; very; thoroughly; completely; exactly; entirely.
Utmost measure or extent; highest state or degree; the state, position, or moment of fullness; fill.
I was fed to the full.
(of the moon) The phase of the moon when its entire face is illuminated, full moon.
(freestyle skiing) An aerialist maneuver consisting of a backflip in conjunction and simultaneous with a complete twist.
(of the moon) To become full or wholly illuminated.
(transitive) To baptise.
To make cloth denser and firmer by soaking, beating and pressing; to waulk or walk.
Filled up, having within its limits all that it can contain; supplied; not empty or vacant; - said primarily of hollow vessels, and hence of anything else; as, a cup full of water; a house full of people.
Had the throne been full, their meeting would not have been regular.
Abundantly furnished or provided; sufficient in quantity, quality, or degree; copious; plenteous; ample; adequate; as, a full meal; a full supply; a full voice; a full compensation; a house full of furniture.
Not wanting in any essential quality; complete; entire; perfect; adequate; as, a full narrative; a person of full age; a full stop; a full face; the full moon.
It came to pass, at the end of two full years, that Pharaohdreamed.
The man commandsLike a full soldier.
I can notRequest a fuller satisfactionThan you have freely granted.
Sated; surfeited.
I am full of the burnt offerings of rams.
Having the mind filled with ideas; stocked with knowledge; stored with information.
Reading maketh a full man.
Having the attention, thoughts, etc., absorbed in any matter, and the feelings more or less excited by it, as, to be full of some project.
Every one is full of the miracles done by cold baths on decayed and weak constitutions.
Impregnated; made pregnant.
Ilia, the fair, . . . full of Mars.
Complete measure; utmost extent; the highest state or degree.
The swan's-down feather,That stands upon the swell at full of tide.
Quite; to the same degree; without abatement or diminution; with the whole force or effect; thoroughly; completely; exactly; entirely.
The pawn I proffer shall be full as good.
The diapason closing full in man.
Full in the center of the sacred wood.
To become full or wholly illuminated; as, the moon fulls at midnight.
To thicken by moistening, heating, and pressing, as cloth; to mill; to make compact; to scour, cleanse, and thicken in a mill.
To become fulled or thickened; as, this material fulls well.
Beat for the purpose of cleaning and thickening;
Full the cloth
Make (a garment) fuller by pleating or gathering
Increase in phase;
The moon is waxing
Containing as much or as many as is possible or normal;
A full glass
A sky full of stars
A full life
The auditorium was full to overflowing
Constituting the full quantity or extent; complete;
An entire town devastated by an earthquake
Gave full attention
A total failure
Complete in extent or degree and in every particular;
A full game
A total eclipse
A total disaster
Filled to satisfaction with food or drink;
A full stomach
(of sound) having marked depth and body;
Full tones
A full voice
Having the normally expected amount;
Gives full measure
Gives good measure
A good mile from here
Being at a peak or culminating point;
Broad day
Full summer
High noon
Not separated into parts or shares; constituting an undivided unit;
An undivided interest in the property
A full share
Having ample fabric;
The current taste for wide trousers
A full skirt
To the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form);
Fully grown
He didn't fully understand
Knew full well
Full-grown
Full-fledged
Containing or having the maximum possible.
The room was full of people.
Having eaten to satisfaction.
After dinner, I felt full.
Full Meaning in a Sentence
Her heart was full of love for her family.
The glass is full; please don't pour any more water into it.
She found her life full of purpose and happiness.
His explanation was full of complicated terms.
The room was full of laughter and joy.
The basket was full to the brim with fresh fruit.
Her essay was full of insightful comments.
He made sure the gas tank was full before the long trip.
The library was full of books waiting to be read.
The report was full of detailed analysis.
The park was full of children playing.
The meeting was full of productive discussions.
The night sky was full of colorful fireworks.
The garden was full of flowers in the springtime.
The sky was full of stars on a clear night.
The class was full, with no seats left.
The concert hall was full to capacity.
The movie was full of suspense and drama.
The year was full of unexpected events.
The museum was full of fascinating artifacts.
The box was full of old photographs.
His plate was full of different kinds of food.
The air was full of the scent of flowers.
Full Idioms & Phrases
Full plate
To have a lot of tasks or responsibilities at a particular time.
I can't take on another project right now; I've got a full plate.
Full steam ahead
Proceeding with as much speed or energy as possible.
With the plan approved, it's full steam ahead on the project.
Full circle
Returning to the original position or state of affairs.
After all these years, her career has come full circle, bringing her back to her hometown.
Full of beans
To be lively, active, and energetic.
The kids are full of beans this morning, running around everywhere.
In full swing
Happening actively or at a peak level.
The festival was in full swing with music, dancing, and food stalls everywhere.
Full throttle
At maximum speed or effort.
The team is going full throttle to meet the deadline.
Full house
A situation where there are no empty seats at a performance; also, a winning poker hand.
The theater had a full house on opening night.
At full tilt
Moving at full speed or maximum capacity.
The factory has been operating at full tilt to meet the increased demand.
Full of oneself
To be excessively proud and self-absorbed.
Ever since he won the award, he's been full of himself.
Full of life
Very lively or energetic.
The market was bustling and full of life.
To the full
To use something to its maximum potential.
She lived her life to the full, traveling and experiencing new cultures.
Full of hot air
Talking a lot but not saying anything valuable.
Ignore him; he's just full of hot air.
Full-blown
Fully developed or in a very advanced state.
What started as a small disagreement escalated into a full-blown argument.
Full of the joys of spring
To be very happy and energetic.
After getting the job offer, she was full of the joys of spring.
Full-fledged
Fully developed or established.
She's now a full-fledged member of the team, with all the responsibilities that come with it.
Full-blooded
Showing strong emotions or enthusiasm; also, of pure breed.
He gave a full-blooded performance that captivated the audience.
Common Curiosities
Why is it called full?
The term "full" derives from Old English "full," meaning complete or entire.
What is the pronunciation of full?
Full is pronounced as /fʊl/.
What is the root word of full?
The Old English word "full" is the root.
Is full a noun or adjective?
Full is primarily an adjective but can also be a noun.
Is full a negative or positive word?
Neutral. Context can give it positive or negative connotations.
What is the verb form of full?
"Full" itself isn't a verb. However, "fulfill" is a related verb.
What is the plural form of full?
Full doesn't have a plural form as an adjective. However, "fulls" can be a noun referring to moments when something is full.
Which vowel is used before full?
Typically, "a" as in "a full glass."
Which conjunction is used with full?
Any conjunction can be used based on sentence context.
Is full an adverb?
No, but "fully" is the adverbial form.
What is the singular form of full?
Full.
Which preposition is used with full?
"Of" as in "full of."
Is the word full imperative?
No.
Is full a vowel or consonant?
"Full" is a word containing both vowels and consonants.
Is the full term a metaphor?
Not inherently, but can be used metaphorically, e.g., "He's full of hot air."
Which determiner is used with full?
Depending on context, determiners like "this," "that," "my," or "her" can be used.
Is full an abstract noun?
No, it's not an abstract noun.
How many syllables are in full?
One syllable.
How do we divide full into syllables?
Full is one syllable, so it isn't divided.
Is full a collective noun?
No.
What part of speech is full?
Full is primarily an adjective.
What is the opposite of full?
Empty.
How is full used in a sentence?
The moon was full and bright in the night sky.
Which article is used with full?
Either "a" or "the" based on context.
Is full a countable noun?
No.
Is the word full a Gerund?
No.
What is a stressed syllable in full?
The whole word, as it's one syllable.
What is another term for full?
Complete or whole.
Is the word “full” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
As an adjective, it doesn't function as an object. As a noun, it can be a direct object.
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