Homophones
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Homophone Hysteria: Rhyme CrimesHomophones are different words that sound alike when spoken. Just hearing the single word, out of context, may be cause for misunderstanding. Lack of context can allow for unintentional rhyme crimes. -
Online Writing Tutorial: Using Homophones ProperlyJust because a word is spelled correctly, doesn't mean it's the right one for what you're trying to say. Here's a little guide to help you avoid these mistakes.
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Solving Business Spelling Problems: A Homophone ToolMany business people have a nagging sense that their spelling is inadequate. There are ways past this unnecessary fear. A homophone help chart is provided. -
Homophones: Lists of HomophonesThese tips will help students create their own word associations for homophones. -
Common Grammar Mistakes Part Six: HomophonesIn the sixth part of my grammar series, I explain how to know when to use each of these confusing words.
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Is Homophobia Causing You to Be a Bad Writer?Are you suffering from homophobia? It could make you a bad writer.
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A List of Common HomophonesHomophones are a group (pairs, triplets) of words that sound alike, and pronounced alike, but are spelled completely different and have different meanings. Some people also call homophones, homonyms, but there is much controversy
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A Spiritually Homophonic Haiku TrioSole can be alone, the bottom of a shoe or a fish. A soul is what one believes it to be. No one of these can be confused with another. -
Language DevicesHere's a quick overview of some of the most common language devices.
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Male Advantage as Truth in Rafael Campo's "Men Get the Shaft"An analysis of Rafael Campo's use of satire, voice, and homophones/homonyms to convey male advantage in his poem, "Men Get the Shaft"
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CDs, Mail and Meat: Word Play in DreamsDream Keys help you learn about 3 frequent dream images that are actually plays on words.
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Homophoneshomophones-pronunciation same different meaning homonym- word having same spelling but different meaning
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Fixing Common Grammar Mistakes: Homophones and MoreThe English language is filled with homonyms, homophones, and other confusing parts of speech. Learning to use English properly is something that does not always happen in school. Here are five common grammar mistakes that should be easy to learn and fix.
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The Ultimate Guide to Avoiding Spelling Errors on ACIs it "their" or "there"? "Your" or "You're"? Here's a guide to some of those tricky words that sound alike but mean different things.
