diff --git a/contribute-open-source/your-first-contribution.md b/contribute-open-source/your-first-contribution.md
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@@ -72,7 +72,7 @@ Open a new browser tab after reading through the [get-to-know a repo lesson](get
 * Does the repository accept contributions? If so, what types of contributions are accepted?
 * Are there existing issues open in the repository? Do those issues have labels?
 * Is the contribution process documented in the repo?
-* Does the repository use specific code or text formatting standards or liters?
+* Does the repository use specific code or text formatting standards or linters?
 * Does the repository have continuous integration (CI) set up?
 * What is the license associated with the code in the repository?
 * Are the issues labeled, and are there "good first issue" or "help wanted" labels