Modeling vs. Modelling: What’s the Difference & Which One Is Correct?

Both modeling and modelling come from the verb model.

The meaning is identical — the spelling changes based on the region.

Modeling → American English
Modelling → British, Australian, and Canadian English

1. Modeling

Meaning

Modeling is the preferred spelling in American English.
It can refer to creating models, working as a fashion model, or simulating systems.

Examples (10 total)

1. She is modeling for a major clothing brand.
2. The architect is modeling the new building in 3D.
3. He enjoys modeling cars as a hobby.
4. Scientists are modeling climate change patterns.
5. The student is modeling the data for analysis.
6. They used modeling software to test the design.
7. She has years of experience in fashion modeling.
8. The class learned about modeling real-world systems.
9. Engineers are modeling airflow in the tunnel.
10. He was modeling behavior based on past results.

🧠 Tip:
If writing for a U.S. audience → use modeling.

2. Modelling

Meaning

Modelling is the standard spelling in British English and other Commonwealth regions.

The meaning is exactly the same as modeling.

Examples (10 total)

1. She started modelling when she was eighteen.
2. The engineer is modelling the bridge structure.
3. They used modelling techniques in their research.
4. He enjoys railway modelling as a hobby.
5. The team is modelling traffic flow for the city.
6. She dreams of a career in fashion modelling.
7. Scientists are modelling animal behavior.
8. The class practised modelling mathematical problems.
9. Developers are modelling user interactions.
10. The company is modelling different pricing scenarios.

🧠 Tip:
If writing for the U.K. → modelling feels more natural.

3. Quick Comparison Table

4. How to Remember

👉 Double “l” = British spelling
👉 Single “l” = American spelling

Memory trick:
British spellings often “double the letter” (travelling, labelled, modelling).

5. Common Mistakes

❌ Thinking the meanings are different
✔ Both refer to the same actions

❌ Switching spellings in the same document
✔ Pick one based on your target audience

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FAQs

1. Which is correct: modeling or modelling?

Both are correct — it depends on the region.

2. Which one is American English?

Modeling.

3. Which one is British English?

Modelling.

4. Do the meanings differ?

No — they mean exactly the same thing.

Practice: Choose the Correct Word (“Modeling” or “Modelling”)

(Answers are at the end.)

1. She is __________ for a new fashion campaign.
2. The team is __________ the data to predict trends.
3. Engineers are __________ airflow for the project.
4. He enjoys __________ miniature airplanes.
5. The company is __________ different financial outcomes.
6. She wants to work in fashion __________.
7. Scientists are __________ climate systems.
8. The architect is __________ the new structure.
9. The class learned about mathematical __________.
10. They used 3D __________ software.

Answers

(Use “modeling” for American English or “modelling” for British English—both accepted depending on region.)

1. modeling / modelling
2. modeling / modelling
3. modeling / modelling
4. modeling / modelling
5. modeling / modelling
6. modeling / modelling
7. modeling / modelling
8. modeling / modelling
9. modeling / modelling
10. modeling / modelling