The correct spelling of the word is "analysts" /əˈnælɪsts/. The word is derived from "analysis" /əˈnæləsɪs/ and it refers to individuals who study and interpret complex data or information. The letter "y" replaces the letter "i" to indicate plurality. It's common to confuse and misspell this word as "analists", but the correct spelling has two "y" letters. Misidentifying the correct spelling of "analysts" may impact one's reputation for written communication skills.