Homonyms and Homophones Flashcard

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What is a homonym?

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A homonym is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning, such as 'bat' (the animal) and 'bat' (the sports equipment).

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What is a homophone?

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A homophone is a type of homonym that sounds the same as another word but is spelled differently and has a different meaning, like 'sea' (large body of salt water) and 'see' (to perceive with the eyes).

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What does the word 'sea' mean?

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'Sea' refers to a large body of salt water that is smaller than an ocean.

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What does the word 'bear' mean?

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'Bear' is an animal that is large and furry, often found in forests.

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What does the word 'won' mean?

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'Won' is the past tense of 'win', meaning to be successful in a competition.

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What does the word 'break' mean?

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'Break' means a short period of rest or pause.

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What does the word 'two' mean?

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'Two' is the number that comes after one.

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Give an example of a homophone pair.

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An example of a homophone pair is 'flour' (used in baking) and 'flower' (a blooming plant).

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What is the difference between 'bare' and 'bear'?

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'Bare' means without covering, while 'bear' refers to the animal.

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What is the meaning of 'to'?

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'To' is a preposition used to indicate direction or purpose.