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homonym
/ˈhɔmənɪm/
noun
each of two or more words with the same spelling or pronunciation that vary in meaning and origin
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homophone
/ˈhoʊmoʊˌfoʊn/
noun
(grammar) one of two or more words with the same pronunciation that differ in meaning, spelling or origin
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right
/ˈɹaɪt/
noun
the direction or side that is toward the east when someone or something is facing north
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fine
/ˈfaɪn/
adjective
not ill, injured, or in a bad state
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to mean
/ˈmin/
verb
to have a particular meaning or represent something
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fan
/ˈfæn/
noun
an electric device with blades that rotate quickly and keep an area cool
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glasses
/ˈɡɫæsəz/, /ˈɡɫæsɪz/
noun
a pair of lenses set in a frame that rests on the nose and ears, which we wear to see more clearly
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park
/ˈpɑɹk/
noun
a large public place in a town or a city that has grass and trees and people go to for walking, playing, and relaxing
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bank
/ˈbæŋk/
noun
a financial institution that keeps and lends money and provides other financial services
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to bank on
/bˈæŋk ˈɑːn/
verb
to put hope and trust in a person or thing
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suit
/ˈsut/
noun
a jacket with a pair of pants or a skirt that are made from the same cloth and should be worn together
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to miss
/ˈmɪs/
verb
to not hit or touch what was aimed at
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type
/ˈtaɪp/
noun
a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities
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kind
/ˈkaɪnd/
noun
a group of people or things that have similar characteristics or share particular qualities
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point
/ˈpɔɪnt/
noun
the most important thing that is said or done which highlights the purpose of something
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train
/ˈtɹeɪn/
noun
a series of connected carriages that travel on a railroad, often pulled by a locomotive
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cool
/ˈkuɫ/
adjective
having a temperature that is low but not cold, especially in a way that is enjoyable and pleasant
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road
/ˈɹoʊd/
noun
a hard wide way, open to cars, buses, etc. to travel along
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to row
/ˈɹoʊ/
verb
to move a boat or other watercraft through water using oars or paddles
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whole
/ˈhoʊɫ/
adjective
including every part, member, etc.
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hole
/ˈhoʊɫ/
noun
an empty space in the body or surface of something solid
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piece
/ˈpis/
noun
a part of an object, broken or cut from a larger one
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peace
/ˈpis/
noun
a period or state where there is no war or violence
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flower
/ˈflaʊər/
noun
the colored or white part of a plant from which the seed or fruit develops
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flour
/ˈfɫaʊɝ/, /ˈfɫaʊɹ/
noun
a fine powder made by crushing wheat or other grains, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, etc.
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to sail
/ˈseɪɫ/
verb
to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine
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sales
/ˈseɪɫz/
noun
the total amount of income a company, store, etc. makes from the sales of goods or services over a specific period of time
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to sell
/ˈsɛɫ/
verb
to give something to someone in exchange for money
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cell
/ˈsɛɫ/
noun
(biology) an organism's smallest unit, capable of functioning on its own
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bored
/ˈbɔɹd/
adjective
tired and unhappy because there is nothing to do or because we are no longer interested in something
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to catch
/ˈkætʃ/
verb
to stop and hold an object that is moving through the air by hands
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to hire
/ˈhaɪɝ/, /ˈhaɪɹ/
verb
to pay someone to do a job
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pair
/ˈpɛɹ/
noun
a set of two matching items that are designed to be used together or regarded as one
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maid
/ˈmeɪd/
noun
a female servant
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plain
/ˈpɫeɪn/
adjective
simple in design, without a specific pattern
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waist
/ˈweɪst/
noun
the part of the body between the ribs and hips, which is usually narrower than the parts mentioned
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aloud
/əˈɫaʊd/
adverb
in a voice that can be heard clearly
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to write
/ˈɹaɪt/
verb
to make letters, words, or numbers on a surface, usually a piece of paper, with a pen or pencil
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date
/ˈdeɪt/
noun
a specific day in a month or sometimes a year, shown using a number and sometimes a name
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spare
/ˈspɛɹ/
adjective
exceeding what is necessary, often indicating an extra or surplus amount
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fit
/ˈfɪt/
adjective
healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet
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sea
/ˈsi/
noun
the salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its continents and islands
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pinny
/pˈɪni/
noun
a sleeveless garment, typically worn as a dress or over a blouse, often worn as a uniform or as a children's garment
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breadwinner
/ˈbredˌwɪnər/
noun
a person who earns money to support their family, typically the main or sole provider of income
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immaculate
/ˌɪˈmækjuɫɪt/
adjective
free from any stain or dirt
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hectic
/ˈhɛktɪk/
adjective
busy and full of activity
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like-minded
/lˈaɪkmˈaɪndᵻd/
adjective
sharing similar opinions, beliefs, interests, or attitudes on a particular subject or issue
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halcyon
/ˈhæɫsiən/
adjective
full of calmness, happiness, and prosperity
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courtship
/ˈkɔɹˌtʃɪp/
noun
the period of time when two people are getting to know each other romantically with the intention of getting married
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solely
/ˈsoʊəɫi/
adverb
with no one or nothing else involved
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waistcoat
/wˈeɪstkoʊt/
noun
an item of clothing for the top half of one's body, traditionally worn by men, that is tight fitting, sleeveless, collarless, with buttons in the front, and worn usually under a jacket and over a shirt
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pantry
/ˈpæntɹi/
noun
a cupboard or small room, often next to kitchen, used for keeping food in
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mod con
/mˈɑːd kˈɑːn/
noun
a collection of things, particularly electronic machines or devices, such as washing machines, microwaves, etc. in a home that can make ordinary jobs be done with ease
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loo
/ˈɫu/
noun
a toilet
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quaint
/ˈkweɪnt/
adjective
strange, peculiar, or unusual in an interesting or appealing way
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twee
/twˈiː/
adjective
excessively delicate or affected
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cozy
/ˈkoʊzi/
adjective
(of a place) relaxing and comfortable, particularly because of the warmth or small size of the place
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