- A word that is spelled like another but has a different sound and meaning (homograph).
- A word that sounds like another but has a different spelling and meaning (homophone).
OR
- A word that is spelled and pronounced like another but has a different meaning (homograph and homophone).
a. to / two / too
For example:
- Sadly, she didn't live to see her grandchildren.
- She had to choose between the two men in her life.
- It was too expensive a desk for a child's room.
b. there / their / they're
- The museum is closed today. We'll go there tomorrow.
- She thanked the staff for their dedication and enthusiasm.
- She said that they're planning a camping trip.
c. pray / prey
- Let us pray for the victims of this terrible disaster.
- A hawk hovered in the air before swooping on its prey.
a. lead (to go in front of) / lead (a metal)
- I've asked Jackson to lead the discussion.
- The pipes were made of lead.
b. wind (to follow a course that is not straight) / wind (a gust of air)
- The river winds through the valley.
- There was a light wind blowing.
c. bass (low, deep sound) / bass (a type of fish)
- The qualities of his voice make you forget he is a bass.
- The plight of the sea bass is a prime example of the problem.
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