These Strange English Words are IMPOSSIBLE! – Heteronyms Part 4

The video tutorial explores various English words with multiple meanings, known as homonyms and heteronyms. It covers words like 'dove', 'incense', 'invalid', 'lead', 'minute', 'object', 'patronize', 'polish', 'present', 'record', 'resume', 'subject', 'tear', 'wind', and 'wound'. Each word is explained with its different meanings and usage in sentences, highlighting the complexity and richness of the English language.

What is a homonym for the word 'dove'?

• A type of soap

• A type of tree

• A past tense of dive

• A type of dance

Which of the following is NOT a meaning of 'lead'?

• To guide

• A chemical element

• A type of bird

• Past tense of lead

What does 'patronize' mean when referring to a store?

• To manage

• To ignore

• To criticize

• To visit as a customer

What is the meaning of 'polish' when capitalized?

• To clean

• To shine

• To paint

• Relating to Poland

What does 'present' mean when used as a verb?

• To be physically there

• A gift

• This very moment

• To formally give something

What is the meaning of 'tear' when referring to a book?

• Fluid in the eye

• A rip

• To cry

• To weigh

What does 'resume' mean when referring to a document?

• To pause

• To start again

• A summary of work experience

• To end