Commonly Confused Words
Some English words sound alike, look alike, or mean almost the same thing — and even people who grew up speaking English mix them up. Pick a pair below and practise until it sticks. Each one has a short explanation and a quick quiz.
Homophones (Words Which Sound Alike)
Words that sound the same but are spelled differently.
Similar Spellings (Words Which Look Alike)
Words that look almost identical but mean different things.
Usage Confusables (Words with Similar Meanings)
Words that are close in meaning and easy to mix up.