Homophones

Front

What are homophones?

Back

Words that sound the same but have different meanings and often different spellings.

Front

Give an example of homophones.

Back

'bee' and 'be'.

Front

What does 'ate' mean?

Back

The past tense of eat.

Front

What does 'eight' mean?

Back

The number after seven.

Front

What does 'sea' mean?

Back

A large body of salt water.

Front

What does 'see' mean?

Back

To perceive with the eyes.

Front

What does 'weak' mean?

Back

Not strong or lacking power.

Front

What does 'week' mean?

Back

A period of seven days.

Front

How can you remember the difference between 'ate' and 'eight'?

Back

'Ate' is about eating, while 'eight' is a number.

Front

How can you remember the difference between 'sea' and 'see'?

Back

'Sea' is a place with water, while 'see' is what you do with your eyes.