Commonly Confused Words

Front

What does 'affect' mean?

Back

To influence or make a change in something.

Front

What does 'effect' mean?

Back

The result or outcome of a change.

Front

What is the correct form of 'its' when showing possession?

Back

'Its' is used to show that something belongs to it.

Front

What is the contraction for 'you are'?

Back

You're.

Front

What is the correct form of 'they're'?

Back

'They're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

Front

What does 'whose' mean?

Back

Belonging to whom.

Front

What does 'who's' mean?

Back

Contraction for 'who is' or 'who has'.

Front

What is the correct form of 'there' when indicating a place?

Back

'There' refers to a location.

Front

What is the correct form of 'their' when showing possession?

Back

'Their' is used to show that something belongs to them.

Front

What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

Back

'Its' shows possession, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is'.