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Homophones: Words with Same Pronunciation, Different Meaning

Here are some examples of homophones, words that sound the same but have different meanings:

1. See/Sea:

* See: To perceive with the eyes (e.g., "I can see the birds flying.")

* Sea: A large body of salt water (e.g., "We went swimming in the sea.")

2. There/Their/They're:

* There: A place or location (e.g., "Look over there!")

* Their: Belonging to them (e.g., "That's their car.")

* They're: They are (e.g., "They're going to the movies.")

3. To/Too/Two:

* To: Indicates direction or purpose (e.g., "I'm going to the store.")

* Too: Also, in addition, excessively (e.g., "It's too hot outside.")

* Two: The number 2 (e.g., "There are two apples in the basket.")

4. Hear/Here:

* Hear: To perceive sound (e.g., "I can hear the music.")

* Here: This place (e.g., "Come here!")

5. Write/Right:

* Write: To put words on paper (e.g., "I'm going to write a letter.")

* Right: Correct, opposite of left (e.g., "You're right, that's the wrong way.")

6. Know/No:

* Know: To have knowledge of something (e.g., "I know the answer.")

* No: The opposite of yes (e.g., "No, I don't want to go.")

7. Peace/Piece:

* Peace: A state of tranquility (e.g., "Let's make peace.")

* Piece: A portion of something (e.g., "Give me a piece of cake.")

These are just a few examples. The English language is full of homophones, adding a layer of complexity and sometimes humor to our language!

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