Live updates from the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee finals including words, definitions and analysis.

Try your luck at spelling some of the tricky words that recent winners have conquered to seal their victories.

Nine of America’s superlative young spellers will take the stage in the Scripps National Spelling Bee finals on Thursday ...

One student nabbed a $50,000 cash prize Thursday at the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee. Here's what we know about the ...

Some of the brightest young minds just finished showcasing their knowledge of the English language. While most might never reach their level of expertise, we wanted to know: Why do we struggle to ...

The English language is filled with confusing and hard-to-spell words. If you’ve had to think twice or consult a dictionary or Google before writing a certain word, you’re not alone. We consulted ...