School spellings Homophones and near homophones
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scent |
Dogs can follow the scent of other animals.
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sent |
I sent Dad a birthday card.
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vain |
The rescue attempt was in vain.
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vein |
A vein carries blood to the heart.
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rode |
Kian rode on his bike along the waterfront.
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road |
Look left and right before crossing the road.
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steel |
The knife is made of stainless steel.
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steal |
It is wrong to steal.
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waist |
My skirt is tight around my waist.
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waste |
This was a complete waste of time.
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