Strait vs. Straight

homophones

In this lesson, we will tell you about the differences and similarities between these two words. Do you think they are related to each other?

What Is Their Main Difference?

These two are only similar in that they have similar pronunciations. However, 'strait' refers to a narrow channel of water between two lands that connect two different oceans, while, 'straight' refers to moving forward without any turning points or curves.

Differences

'Strait' refers to a narrow channel of water than joins two oceans together, while, 'straight' indicates moving forward without having to turn. Look at the following examples:

Name some of the common straits across the globe.

'Just go straight ahead and you'll find the desecrated church.

Similarities

These two share no similarities other than that they are pronounced the same.

Are They Interchangeable?

Since they have totally different meanings, they cannot be used interchangeably. Compare:

✓ 'Just walk straight ahead. In a few minutes, you'll see the sign.'

X 'Just walk strait ahead. In a few minutes, you'll see the sign.'

As you can see here, the sentence does not make any sense.

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