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 Rational or Rationale?
Rational (adjective) describes someone or something as reasonable. A rationale (noun) is to a reason behind something.
“Accept” vs. “Except”: What’s the Difference?
Accept is a verb: to receive,something that is offered or presented. Except is a preposition that means ‘but’ or ‘excluding’.
Imminent, Eminent, Immanent: Explained, Definitions & Examples
‘Imminent’ describes something that’s impending, ’eminent’ describes something as respectable or notable, and ‘immanent’ refers to a quality that’s inherent or innate.
When is it Correct to Use Their, They’re, or There?
“There” means that place, “their” is possessive pronoun, and “they’re” is a contraction that combines they and are.
What’s the Difference Between “Aisle” or “Isle”?
An aisle is a passage between rows of seats or shelves (think grocery store). Isle refers to an island, typically a small one.
The Difference Between Principle and Principal
Principle is a noun that means “a comprehensive and fundamental law, doctrine, or assumption”. Principal is an adjective and a noun that refers to the principal or head of a school.
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.
Whose vs. Who’s: What’s the Difference?
Who’s is a contraction that combines who and is. Whose is the possessive form of who.
Homophones (vs. Homonyms & Homographs)
What are homophones? If (like me) you love your punny humour and jokes, then it may interest you to learn that puns are based on… Read More »Homophones (vs. Homonyms & Homographs)
