Category: Confusing Words

When should we use then vs. than? Even native English speakers mix up these two common words, which are pronounced essentially the same in fast spoken English! However, they have different …

Knowing when to use affect vs. effect can be hard – let’s learn the difference with lots of examples! The commonly confused words “affect” and “effect” are often mixed …

Wondering whether to use breathe or breath? Today’s lesson will teach you the difference between these confusing English words in meaning and pronunciation. You’ll also learn some collocations and …

When should we use TO vs. TOO? These words are pronounced exactly the same, but they have different meanings and uses. Understanding the difference between TO and TOO will …

600+ Confusing Words Today I’m answering a student who asked about the difference between device (spelled with a C) and devise (spelled with an S). English has lots of …

600+ Confusing Words Explained Today we have a great question from a student who asked about the difference between the words lifetime, lifelong, and lifespan. These words all seem …

600+ Confusing English Words Explained Today you’re going to learn the difference between the words human and humane. These are different by only one letter, but they’re pronounced differently …