Commonly Confused Words

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affect

Back

To have an influence on something. Example: Losing sleep can affect your concentration.

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effect

Back

The result of a change or action. Example: The effect of the storm was widespread damage.

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lay

Back

To put something down in a flat position. Example: I will lay the book on the table.

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lie

Back

To recline or be in a resting position. Example: I need to lie down for a nap.

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I

Back

The pronoun used by a speaker to refer to themselves. Example: She and I are good friends.

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me

Back

The pronoun used by a speaker to refer to themselves as the object of a verb or preposition. Example: Can you help me?

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there

Back

A word used to refer to a place or location. Example: The book is over there.

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they're

Back

A contraction of 'they are'. Example: They're going to the park.

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their

Back

A possessive pronoun used to indicate ownership. Example: Susie goes to their school.

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your

Back

A possessive pronoun used to indicate something belongs to the person being spoken to. Example: Is this your pencil?