Everyday vs. Every Day
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homophones
Homophones are words that sound the same but mean different things, or are spelled differently, like “bare” and “bear“; effect and affect; weather and whether or they’re, their and there.
We can largely hold homophones accountable for what makes English such a confusing language to learn, understand and master. These words mess up even proficient English speakers and writers, and that’s because many are inherently confusing; like evoke and invoke, which not only sound similar, but have meanings that overlap as well.
To be able to easily distinguish between homophones, homonyms (and homographs), read our deep-dive guides which cover the proper usage of these words, along with their correct meaning and word classes.
Is it ‘Bear With Me’ or ‘Bare’ with Me’, Explained
Also known as the difference between asking someone to be naked with you, or politely asking them to be patient with you while you figure something out.
Dessert vs. Desert: What’s the Difference?
Dessert with two s’s is the sweet stuff we eat after dinner. Desert with a single s refers to the sandy, arid regions, as in the Sahara desert.
The Difference Between “Awhile” and “A While”
Awhile (one word) is an adverb that means “for a period of time”. A while is a noun phrase that means an unspecified period of time.
Is it Rational or Rationale?
Rational (adjective) describes someone or something as reasonable. A rationale (noun) is to a reason behind something.
Capital vs. Capitol (What’s the Difference?)
Capital is the correct word for capital city. Capitol refers to a building or buildings occupied by the state legislature; e.g., the Capitol building in Washington D.C.
The Difference Between “Illicit” vs. “Elicit” Explained
Illicit is an adjective that describes something as unlawful, prohibited or morally frowned upon. Elicit is a verb that means to bring forth or draw information or a response.
Compliment vs. Complement (Definition & Examples)
A compliment is an expression of flattery or admiration. A complement is “a thing that completes or brings to perfection”.
Cite, Site & Sight (Explained)
‘Cite’ typically means to “quote a passage”. A ‘site’ is a physical place or location, and ‘sight’ refers to the ability to see.
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