Homophones
In the English language there are many words that look alike and they are called homophones.
If you are learning English, homophones can be confusing, especially when reading or writing, as the words may sound identical. And, if you use the wrong spelling, the meaning changes completely.
Here is a variety of English words that sound alike along with their definitions.
Knight - a medieval warrior
Night - the period of darkness between sunset and sunrise
Bare - uncovered or exposed
Bear - a large carnivorous mammal
Fair - just or equitable
Fare - the cost or price of something
Four - the number 4
For - in support of or on behalf of
Sea - a large body of saltwater
See - to perceive with one's eyes
Their - belonging to them
There - in or at that place
To - in the direction of or towards
Two - the number 2
Weather - atmospheric conditions outside
Whether - if or in case that
Cite - to quote or reference a source
Sight - the ability to see or a visual perception
Bass - a type of fish or a low-pitched sound
Base - a foundation or starting point
Understanding homophones is important for effective communication and accurate interpretation of the English language.
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