Homographs and Homophones

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What is a homograph?

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A homograph is a word that is spelled the same as another word but has a different meaning and may have a different pronunciation, such as 'bark' (the sound a dog makes) and 'bark' (the outer covering of a tree).

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What is a homophone?

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A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and may have a different spelling, such as 'dear' (beloved) and 'deer' (the animal).

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Provide an example of a homograph and explain its meanings.

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The word 'ring' is a homograph. It can mean a piece of jewelry worn on a finger or the sound made by a bell.

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What is the difference between homographs and homophones?

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Homographs are words that are spelled the same but have different meanings, while homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and may have different spellings.

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In the sentence 'I need a cup of flour to make a cake,' what type of word is 'flour'?

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'Flour' is a noun that refers to a powder made from grinding raw grains, typically used in baking.

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What does the word 'dear' mean in the context of friendship?

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In the context of friendship, 'dear' means beloved or cherished.

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Identify the homograph in the sentence: 'The wind will wind the clock.'

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The homograph is 'wind.' In the first instance, it refers to moving air, and in the second, it means to turn or twist.

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What is the role of context in determining the meaning of homographs?

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Context helps to clarify which meaning of a homograph is intended based on the surrounding words and the overall situation.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a homophone.

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'I can see the sea from my window.' ('see' and 'sea' are homophones.)

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What is the significance of understanding homographs and homophones in language?

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Understanding homographs and homophones is important for effective communication, as it helps avoid confusion and misinterpretation.