Accept/Except:

1.      Accept: to receive or agree to something.

2.      Except: excluding or not including something.

Affect/Effect:

1.      Affect: To influence something or have an impact on it.

2.      Effect: a result or consequence of something.

Allude/Elude:

1.      Allude: to indirectly refer to something.

2.      Elude: to escape or avoid something or someone.

Allusion/Illusion:

1.      Allusion: an indirect reference to something.

2.      Illusion: a false perception or belief.

Aid/Aide:

1.      Aid: assistance or support.

2.      Aide: a person

“B”

Breath/Breathe:

1.      Breath: the air that is breathed in and out during a breath.

2.      Breathe: take a breath and exhale air.

Break/Brake:

1.      Break: to separate into pieces or take a pause.

2.      Brake: a device for slowing or stopping movement.

“C”

Capital/Capitol:

1.      Capital: a city where the government is based.

2.      Capitol: a place where the legislative body gathers.

Complement/Compliment:

1.      Complement: something that completes or goes well with something else.

2.      Compliment: a kind or flattering comment.

Council/Counsel:

1.      Council: a group of people who meet to discuss and make decisions.

2.      Counsel: advice or guidance given to someone.

Cite/Site/Sight:

1.      Cite: to quote or refer to as evidence.

2.      Site: a location or place.

3.      Sight: the ability to see or something that is seen.

Cereal/Serial:

1.      Cereal: a grain used for food.

2.      Serial: a story or program presented in parts.

Canvas/Canvass:

1.      Canvas: a strong, heavy cloth used for painting or making sails.

2.      Canvass: to solicit votes or opinions.

 “D”

Desert/Dessert:

1.      Desert: a barren or arid area of land.

2.       Dessert: A sweet treat is offered following dinner

Discreet/Discrete:

1.      Discreet: careful and tactful in one’s actions.

2.      Discrete: separate or distinct.

“E”

Everyday/Every day:

1.      Everyday: ordinary or routine.

2.      Every day: each day.

“F”

Farther/Further:

1.      Farther: physical distance.

2.      Further: additional or more advanced.

“G”

Gorilla/ Guerrilla

1.      The gorilla in the zoo impressed visitors with its immense size and powerful presence.

2.      The guerrilla fighters employed tactics of stealth and surprise to launch attacks against the enemy forces.

Gamble/Gambol

1. He decided to gamble a small amount of money at the casino, hoping to strike it lucky and win big.
2. The lambs joyfully gambolled in the meadow, leaping and frolicking in the sunshine.

Hear / Here:

1.      Can you hear the sound of the waves crashing against the shore?

2.      I am standing right here, next to the fountain in the park.

Heal / Heel:

1.      The doctor prescribed a course of antibiotics to help heal the infection and speed up the healing process.

2.      The obedient dog stayed by its owner’s side, walking closely at their heel during the training session.

“i”

It’s/Its:

1.      It’s: a contraction of “it is” or “it has.”

2.      Its: a possessive form of “it.”

Imply/ Infer

1. The speaker’s sarcastic tone seemed to imply that there was more to the story than what was being said.
2. Based on the evidence presented, the detective was able to infer that the suspect had been at the crime scene.

“J”

Just / Joust

1. The judge made a just decision based on the evidence presented in the courtroom.
2. In medieval times, knights would joust against each other in tournaments to showcase their skill and bravery.

Jail / Gaol

1. The criminal was sentenced to several years in jail for the committed offense.
2. In some parts of the world, the term “gaol” is still used to refer to a place where offenders are held in custody.

Lose/ Loose

1. She was afraid she would lose her keys if she didn’t keep them in a secure place.
2. The dress was too loose for her, so she decided to get it altered to fit properly.

Lead / Led

1. John will lead the team in the upcoming project, utilizing his strong leadership skills.
2. The tour guide led the visitors through the historical museum, providing insightful information along the way.

Lightning/ Lightening

1. The sudden lightning illuminated the night sky, followed by a loud clap of thunder.
2. She decided to try lightening her hair by applying a gentle bleach to achieve a brighter shade.

Lie / Lay

1. The cat likes to lie in the sunbeam and bask in its warmth.
2. Please lay the book on the table when you’re finished reading it.

Moral /Morale

1. The moral of the story was to always be kind to others, no matter the circumstances.
2. After the team won the championship, their morale was at an all-time high, boosting their confidence for future competitions.

“P”

Principal / Principle

1. The principal of the school greeted the students every morning at the entrance.
2. Honesty and integrity are important principles that guide his decision-making.

  Practice / Practise

1. She practices the piano for two hours every day to improve her musical skills.
2. The soccer team gathers every afternoon to practice their passing and shooting techniques.

Personal / Personnel

1. My personal opinion is that the new policy will have a positive impact on the organization.
2. The company hired additional personnel to handle the increased workload.

“Q”

Quiet/Quite

1.      Quiet: It refers to a state of minimal or no noise or sound. Example: The library is a quiet place where people go to study.

2.      Quite: It means to a significant extent or degree, often used as an adverb. Example: The movie was quite entertaining, and the audience thoroughly enjoyed it

“R”

Role/Roll

1.      Role: It refers to the function or character that someone or something has in a particular situation or activity. Example: She played the role of a detective in the movie.

2.      Roll: It can have multiple meanings, such as a cylindrical shape or the action of turning over and over, but it can also refer to a list or register of names or a small bread or pastry. Example: He ordered a cinnamon roll from the bakery.

Raise/Rise

1.      Raise: It means to lift or elevate something or to increase the level, amount, or status of something or someone. Example: The manager decided to give a raise to the employees to acknowledge their hard work.

2.      Rise: It refers to the action of moving upward or becoming higher, or it can indicate an increase in quantity, level, or intensity. Example: The sun will rise in the morning, marking the beginning of a new day.

“S”

Stationary / Stationery:

1. Stationary: It refers to something that is not moving or fixed in one place.
2. Stationery: It refers to writing materials like paper, envelopes, pens, etc.

Sight / Site:

1. Sight: It refers to the ability to see or the act of seeing.
2. Site: It refers to a location or place.

“T”

Then/Than:

1. 1. Then: at that time or next in order.
   2. Than: used in comparisons.

Their/There/They’re:

1. 1. Their: belonging to them.
   2. There: in or at that place.
   3. They’re a contraction of “they are.”

To /Too / Two:

1. 1. To: It is a preposition indicating direction or a part of an infinitive verb.
   2. Too: It means “also” or “excessively.”
   3. Two: It is the number 2.

“V”

Vary /Very:

1. 1. Vary: It means to change or differ.
   2. Very: It is used to emphasize something or indicate a high degree.

Vain / Vein:

1. 1. Vain: It means having excessive pride or being without success.
   2. Vein: It refers to a blood vessel or a mineral deposit in rock.

Verses / Versus:

1. 1. Verses: They are lines of poetry or parts of a song.
   2. Versus: It is used to indicate a contest or conflict between two parties

“W”

Weather vs. Whether:

1. 1. Weather: It refers to the condition of the atmosphere, such as rain, sunshine, or snow.
   2. Whether: It is used to introduce a choice between two options or to express doubt or uncertainty.

Waist vs. Waste:

1. 1. Waist: It is the part of the body between the ribs and the hips.
   2. Waste: It refers to unused or discarded materials, or to the act of using something carelessly or extravagantly.

Weak vs. Week:

1. 1. Weak: It means lacking strength or power.
   2. Week: It refers to a period of seven days.

“M”

Your vs. You’re:

1. 1. Your: It is a possessive pronoun indicating ownership.
   2. You’re: It is a contraction of “you are.”

Yore vs. Your:

1. 1. Yore: It refers to a time long past or former times.
   2. Your: It is a possessive pronoun indicating ownership.

Yield vs. Yelled:

1. 1. Yield: It means to give way, surrender, or produce.
   2. Yelled: It is the past tense of the verb “yell,” which means to shout or raise one’s voice.