Here's a breakdown:
* Tears: Liquid that comes from your eyes when you cry.
* Teers: (archaic) Layers or rows, often used to describe something arranged in levels.
Example:
* "She wiped away the tears from her face."
* "The wedding cake had three tiers." (or "teers" in archaic spelling)
While "teers" is rarely used in modern English, it's important to be aware of this homonym, especially when reading older texts.