Visual Cues:
* Unfamiliar spelling: If a word looks different than you expect, even if it sounds right, it might be misspelled.
* Uncommon letter combinations: Words with strange letter combinations that don't follow typical English spelling patterns are often misspelled.
* Unusual capitalization: Capital letters appearing in the middle of a word are usually incorrect.
* Repeated letters: While some words have double letters, too many in a row can be a sign of error.
* Missing letters: Words that seem to be missing letters are obviously incorrect.
Contextual Clues:
* Word doesn't make sense in the sentence: If the word doesn't fit grammatically or semantically, it might be a misspelling.
* The word sounds wrong: Even if the spelling looks okay, if the word sounds awkward or unusual, it might be misspelled.
* The word appears in a list of misspellings: Many online dictionaries and spell checkers offer lists of commonly misspelled words.
Other Factors:
* Automatic spell checkers: While not perfect, these tools can often flag potential misspellings.
* Your own knowledge of spelling: If you're unsure about a word's spelling, look it up in a dictionary or online.
Remember: Even if a word isn't flagged by a spell checker, it could still be misspelled. Always proofread your writing carefully, and use your knowledge of the language to check for errors.