{"id":7848,"date":"2022-08-27T14:19:36","date_gmt":"2022-08-27T12:19:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/?p=7848"},"modified":"2022-08-27T14:21:23","modified_gmt":"2022-08-27T12:21:23","slug":"chief-vs-cheif","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/chief-vs-cheif\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheif vs. Chief: What\u2019s The Difference Between Cheif And Chief, And Which Is Correct?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Cheif vs. Chief<\/strong>: when it comes to \u201cchief\u201d and \u201cchief,\u201d the former is some sort of leader while the latter doesn\u2019t have an English definition. In short, \u201ccheif\u201d is a misspelling.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-661d83fa9edca\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-661d83fa9edca\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/chief-vs-cheif\/#which-one-is-correct-cheif-or-cheif\" title=\"Which One Is Correct, Cheif Or Cheif?\">Which One Is Correct, Cheif Or Cheif?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/chief-vs-cheif\/#what-does-cheif-mean\" title=\"What Does Cheif Mean?\">What Does Cheif Mean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/chief-vs-cheif\/#what-does-chief-mean\" title=\"What Does Chief Mean?\">What Does Chief Mean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/chief-vs-cheif\/#what-is-the-textbook-definition-of-this-word\" title=\"What is the Textbook Definition of This Word?\">What is the Textbook Definition of This Word?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/chief-vs-cheif\/#examples-of-using-chief-as-part-of-a-sentence\" title=\"Examples of Using Chief as Part of a Sentence\">Examples of Using Chief as Part of a Sentence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/chief-vs-cheif\/#etymology-and-history-for-chief\" title=\"Etymology and History for Chief\">Etymology and History for Chief<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/chief-vs-cheif\/#chief-as-a-noun\" title=\"Chief as a Noun&nbsp;\">Chief as a Noun&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/chief-vs-cheif\/#chief-as-an-adjective\" title=\"Chief as an Adjective\">Chief as an Adjective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/chief-vs-cheif\/#comparison-video\" title=\"Comparison Video\">Comparison Video<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-one-is-correct-cheif-or-cheif\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-one-is-correct-cheif-or-cheif\"><\/span>Which One Is Correct, Cheif Or Cheif?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When writing the word chief, be sure to use the correct spelling. Chief is the preferred spelling, while cheif is considered incorrect. Keep in mind that this word can be used as a noun or an adjective, so be mindful of its context when using it in your own writing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-cheif-mean\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-does-cheif-mean\"><\/span>What Does Cheif Mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cheif-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-882x1024.jpg\" alt=\"What Does Cheif Mean? Cheif is not an English word. It is often misspelled. Chief is the correct spelling.\" class=\"wp-image-7851\" width=\"441\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cheif-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-882x1024.jpg 882w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cheif-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-258x300.jpg 258w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cheif-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-129x150.jpg 129w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cheif-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-767x891.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cheif-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-100x116.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cheif-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-301x350.jpg 301w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cheif-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-788x914.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/cheif-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 441px) 100vw, 441px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheif is not an English word. It is often misspelled. Chief is the correct spelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-chief-mean\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-does-chief-mean\"><\/span>What Does Chief Mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/chief-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-858x1024.jpg\" alt=\"What Does Chief Mean? A head of a clan is what a chief is. \u201cThe village chief\u201d is an example of a use for the title. Banawi is another name for chief.\" class=\"wp-image-7853\" width=\"429\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/chief-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-858x1024.jpg 858w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/chief-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-251x300.jpg 251w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/chief-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-126x150.jpg 126w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/chief-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-767x916.jpg 767w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/chief-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-100x119.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/chief-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-293x350.jpg 293w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/chief-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US-788x940.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.difference101.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/chief-Description-and-Meaning-chief-vs-cheif-English-US.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 429px) 100vw, 429px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A head of a clan is what a chief is. \u201cThe village chief\u201d is an example of a use for the title. Banawi is another name for chief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-textbook-definition-of-this-word\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-textbook-definition-of-this-word\"><\/span>What is the Textbook Definition of This Word?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The body or organization head is typically referred to as the leader or chief. For example, the police chief is the head of the police department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"examples-of-using-chief-as-part-of-a-sentence\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"examples-of-using-chief-as-part-of-a-sentence\"><\/span>Examples of Using Chief as Part of a Sentence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The project\u2019s chief engineer is responsible for its success.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The estate chief was the oldest son.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The chief income source comes from his day job.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Our chief, unfortunately, isn\u2019t here right now.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"etymology-and-history-for-chief\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"etymology-and-history-for-chief\"><\/span>Etymology and History for Chief<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In Middle English, the word \u201cchief\u201d was used to describe both a head or leader. As an adjective, the word meant primary or principal. Today, the word describes someone in a position of power or authority. However, we also use it as an adjective to describe something of the highest quality or importance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"chief-as-a-noun\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"chief-as-a-noun\"><\/span>Chief as a Noun&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The head of an organization or group is known as the chief. Dating back to the 13th century, the term has been used in various contexts. For example, all firefighters must report to a fire chief. With such an important title, it\u2019s no wonder the word has stood the test of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cHey, chief.\u201d This informal address is often used to address equals. \u201cNegligence happened to be the chief reason for the disaster.\u201d Primary and principal are adjectives that can describe this word.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"chief-as-an-adjective\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"chief-as-an-adjective\"><\/span>Chief as an Adjective<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe most important thing to her is working on her own at nighttime.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The organization\u2019s head or most important person is typically called the \u201cchief.\u201d This person holds the highest possible rank within the company and often influences decisions. For example, the leading bank\u2019s chief economist would be responsible for making major decisions regarding the institution\u2019s financial well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"comparison-video\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"comparison-video\"><\/span>Comparison Video<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"ONE MINUTE ENGLISH! Chief, Chef &amp; Boss (EPISODE 25)\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IOpKcjqcORc?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.difference101.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>ONE MINUTE ENGLISH! 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