Uncharted territory vs. Unchartered territory

Uncharted territory

/ʌnˈtʃɑrtəd ˈtɛrɪtəri/

A situation, area, or field that is completely new, not explored or experienced before

Examples:

Exploring the depths of the ocean is uncharted territory.The scientist's research delved into uncharted territory.Entering the start-up world felt like uncharted territory.

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Unchartered territory

/ʌnˈtʃɑːrtərd ˈtɛrətɔːri/

A situation or experience that is new and unknown.

Examples:

Navigating unchartered territory requires innovation and bravery.Their project explores unchartered territory in renewable energy.Therapists often venture into unchartered territory with unique cases.

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Ways to tell them apart:

• Uncharted territory refers to areas that have not been explored or mapped, while unchartered territory mistakenly suggests that an area lacks a charter or official document.
• Remember that unchartered is a common misspelling and does not convey the intended meaning related to exploration or novelty.
• Use uncharted territory when referring to discovering or venturing into unknown fields or situations.