* "Run" can be a verb ("He runs quickly.") or a noun ("Let's go for a run.").
* "Still" can be an adjective ("The water is still.") or an adverb ("He stood still.").
* "After" can be a preposition ("After the party.") or a conjunction ("After we ate, we went to the park.").
Here are some other ways a word can be two parts of speech:
* "Like" can be a preposition, a verb, or an interjection.
* "That" can be a demonstrative pronoun, a conjunction, or a adjective.
Why is this important?
Understanding lexical ambiguity is essential for correctly interpreting sentences and understanding the meaning of words in context. It also plays a significant role in:
* Grammar: Recognizing the function of a word in a sentence.
* Reading comprehension: Understanding the intended meaning of a passage.
* Writing: Using words in a way that is clear and unambiguous.
Let me know if you want more examples or would like to explore specific types of word ambiguity!