What's the difference between "tear" and "tear"? #learnenglish

What's the difference between "tear" and "tear"? #learnenglish

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English

6th - 7th Grade

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The video tutorial explains the concept of homographs, which are words that are spelled the same but have different pronunciations and meanings. An example given is the word 'tear', which can mean to rip or can refer to a drop of liquid from the eye. The tutorial highlights the importance of understanding these differences in language.

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What is a homograph?

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Can you provide an example of homographs?

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How do homographs differ in pronunciation?

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What are the meanings of the homographs 'tear' and 'tear'?

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Why is it important to understand homographs?

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