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

'to', 'too', and 'two'.

Front

What is the difference between 'your' and 'you're'?

Back

'Your' is a possessive adjective, while 'you're' is a contraction for 'you are'.

Front

How do you use 'there', 'their', and 'they're'?

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'There' refers to a place, 'their' is a possessive adjective, and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

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What does 'allowed' mean?

Back

Permitted or given permission to do something.

Front

What does 'aloud' mean?

Back

Spoken out loud, not silently.

Front

What is the meaning of 'chili'?

Back

A type of spicy pepper or a dish made with meat and beans.

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What is the meaning of 'chilly'?

Back

Cold or cool in temperature.

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What does 'be' mean in the context of a profession?

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To exist or to take on a role, such as 'to be an oncologist'.

Front

What does 'too' mean?

Back

An adverb meaning 'also' or 'excessively'.