Homonyms

 

Homonyms are words that are pronounced the same but have different meanings and spellings.  Below is a list of commonly confused homonyms.  Using the wrong homonym can entirely change the meaning of a sentence.  These words will not be detected by spell check so it is very important not to be confused.  For each word, write one sentence that shows proper use. 

 

Accept –

 

 

Except –

 

 

Its –

 

 

It’s –

 

 

Lose –

 

 

Loose –

 

 

No –

 

 

Know –

 

 

New –

 

 

Knew –

 

 

Principle –

 

 

Principal –

 

 

There –

 

 

They’re –

 

 

Their –

 

To –

 

 

Too –

 

 

Two –

 

 

Wear –

 

 

Where –

 

 

Your –

 

 

You’re –