Choose the correct spelling of the underlined word. He has told me about the new colleague

Choose the correct spelling of the underlined word. He has told me about the new colleague
A: collegue
B: collaegue
C: colleague
D: collogue

Colleague correctly spells a coworker or associate from Latin roots meaning partner in office. Collegue lacks e collaegue misarranges vowels collogue is obsolete. Accurate spelling ensures clear professional communication in emails or reports preventing confusion in team references. The word is essential in workplace discussions promoting collaboration and networking in career development.