diff --git a/usr.sbin/ntp/doc/sntp.8 b/usr.sbin/ntp/doc/sntp.8
index c0ab263aca76..656f7433f8cd 100644
--- a/usr.sbin/ntp/doc/sntp.8
+++ b/usr.sbin/ntp/doc/sntp.8
@@ -213,7 +213,7 @@ of seconds specified before giving up.  The default should be
 more than enough for a unicast response.  If \fBsntp\fP is
 only waiting for a broadcast response a longer timeout is
 likely needed.
-.It  Fl \-wait , " Fl \-no\-wait"
+.It  Fl \-wait , Fl \-no\-wait
 Wait for pending replies (if not setting the time).
 The \fIno\-wait\fP form will disable the option.
 This option is enabled by default.