This week, you are learning to distinguish sets of homophones (words which sound the same but which mean different things). You will need to look up the meaning of each word and ensure that you understand what it means when it is spelt in that way.
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aisle |
The bride walked down the aisle of the church.
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isle |
An isle is a small island.
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altar |
There are candles on the altar.
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alter |
I'm going to alter my hair style.
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bridal |
Her bridal gown was spectacular.
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bridle |
The girl fitted the horse's bridle on.
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cereal |
Wheat is an example of a cereal grain.
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serial |
This TV drama is a weekly serial.
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draft |
This is the first draft of my speech.
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draught |
The open door caused a draught.
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compliment |
I gave the man a compliment about his new hat.
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complement |
Her scarf complemented her outfit.
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desert |
Why did the soldier desert his post?
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dessert |
I'd like ice-cream for dessert.
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precede |
To precede means to come before.
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proceed |
When the green light shows, the cars may proceed.
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