Homophones

accept

(verb)

agree, approve, consent, or acknowledge

Example: Schools accept applications from all over the world.

except

(preposition, conjunction)

excluded, not included

Example: Museums are open every day except on Mondays.

advice

(noun)

guidance or recommendations for decisions

Example: Can I give you a piece of advice on which car you should buy?

advise

(verb)

give guidance or suggestions

Example: My parents always advise me to study to get the best possible results.

affect

(verb)

influence or change something

Example: Don’t say anything; your advice may affect my decision.

effect

(noun)

result or outcome of something

Example: Daily exercise can have a positive effect on your health.

aisle

(noun)

walkway between rows

Example: The bride walked down the aisle in her beautiful white dress.

isle

(noun)

small island

Example: During their holiday, they visited a small, abandoned isle.

I’ll

()

I will

Example: Don’t worry, I’ll buy the tickets for the concert.

allowed

(adjective, verb)

past tense of allow; permitted

Example: She allowed her daughter to stay up late on weekends.

aloud

(adverb)

clearly audible speech

Example: Jill read her poem aloud for the class.

altar

(noun)

sacred religious structure

Example: The monks meditate silently for hours every day in front of the altar.

alter

(verb)

change or modify

Example: The director and writer agreed to alter the script to make it more romantic.

ascent

(noun)

the act of moving upward

Example: His rapid ascent of the corporate ladder made others jealous.

assent

(noun, verb)

formal approval or agreement; give formal agreement

Example: The child’s nod was an unmistakable sign of assent.

ate

(verb, food)

simple past of eat

Example: We ate pizza for lunch today.

eight

(number, number)

the number 8

Example: I woke up at eight o’clock this morning.

bare

(adjective,verb)

uncovered or plain; reveal something; minimal amount; complete and honest

Example: You are not allowed to enter the church with bare shoulders.

bear

1. (noun, animal)

   large wild mammal

   Example: I saw a big brown grizzly bear in the forest.

2. (verb, action)

   carry, support, or endure; give birth or produce fruit; turn slightly

   Example: Apple trees begin to bear fruit in their third year.

   Example: The GPS told us to bear left, but we accidentally kept going straight.

bawl

(verb)

cry or shout loudly

Example: The baby’s bawl woke his parents in the middle of the night.

ball

1. (noun, object)

   spherical sports object

   Example: She watched the ball bounce slowly towards the garden gate.

2. (noun, event)

   formal social event

   Example: The royal ball is always one of the most prominent events of the year.

be

(verb)

shows existence or identity

Example: The train will be there by 6 pm.

bee

(noun)

nectar-collecting insect

Example: Mary watched the bee fly from flower to flower.

blue

1. (adjective, colour)

   colour of the clear sky

   Example: Jack wore a royal blue shirt to the party.

2. (adjective, mood)

   melancholic mood

   Example: I don’t know what’s happening to me - I just feel blue.

blew

(verb)

simple past of blow

Example: A gust of wind blew the old lady’s hat off her head.

brake

(noun)

device for slowing or stopping

Example: She pulled the emergency brake on the train, causing the train to stop immediately.

break

1. (verb, damage)

   damage, interrupt, or force entry

   Example: Be careful, the vase is fragile and will break if you drop it on the floor.

2. (noun, pause)

   a short rest or pause

   Example: We need to take a break now and proceed from here tomorrow.

bread

(noun)

main bakery product

Example: I like bread with butter and a cup of tea.

bred

(verb)

past tense of breed

Example: These birds are bred in a very clean environment.

bridal

(adjective)

related to a bride or wedding

Example: At her wedding, she wore a bridal gown inherited from her grandmother.

bridle

1. (verb)

   restrain or control; show anger, pride or offence

   Example: Joan tried to bridle her laughter during the clown’s performance.

   Example: You ought not to bridle so quickly—no one meant to insult you.

2. (noun, verb)

   horse headgear for control

   Example: At the first riding lesson, the trainer showed him how to fasten the bridle correctly.

bury

(verb)

put underground or hide

Example: All she wanted to do was bury her face in her hands and cry.

berry

(noun)

small, sweet fruit

Example: The robin carefully landed on the table and took a berry from the bowl.

bye

(exclamation)

goodbye

Example: I said bye to my parents before leaving the house in the morning.

buy

(verb)

pay money to get something

Example: They decided to buy a bigger house with three bedrooms.

by

(preposition)

performer of an action; shows how something is done; deadline or duration; next to or near something; rate of change; doing something alone; showing something happens in motion or passing

Example: The secret door was opened by the magic key.

caught

(verb)

past tense of catch

Example: The thief was caught at the scene holding his stolen goods in his arms.

court

1. (noun, law)

   place for legal decisions

   Example: The judge asked the witness to speak in court.

2. (noun, sport)

   area for playing certain sports

   Example: I watched a basketball game at the court today.

3. (noun, royal)

   monarch’s residence

   Example: The queen’s court is always busy with important meetings.

compliment

(noun, verb)

kind word, gesture or act

Example: She is always embarrassed when she receives a compliment for her work.

Example: I hope Parker will compliment me on my haircut.

complement

(noun, verb)

something that completes another

Example: Helpful instructions complement the images in the manual.

Example: The vibrant earrings were a perfect complement to her solid dress.

dessert

(noun)

sweet end-of-meal dish

Example: I always save room for dessert, no matter how full I am.

desert

(verb, leave behind)

abandon or leave empty

Example: If you desert your post, you have to face the consequences

devise

(verb)

plan or invent something

Example: The company had to devise new safety regulations to make the working environment more ergonomic.

device

(noun)

object for a specific purpose

Example: The device is designed to make everyday life easier for the elderly.

die

(verb)

stop living or functioning

Example: Plants can die if they do not get enough water and sunlight.

dye

(verb)

change the colour of something

Example: We can dye the old T-shirt to give it a new look.

dissent

(noun, verb)

disagreement or protest

Example: The class decided to dissent from the school’s new uniform rules.

Example: The paranoid dictator reacted harshly to any dissent.

descent

1. (noun, down)

   downward motion, slope

   Example: Her descent into the dark cave was both thrilling and terrifying.

2. (noun, background)

   a person’s family background

   Example: Blue eyes and fair hair are most common amongst people of Northern descent.

draft

1. (noun, verb, adjective, blueprint)

   early, not final version; create an early version

   Example: The writer sent the first draft of her new novel to the publisher for review.

   Example: The lawyer offered to draft the contract for us.

2. (noun, sport)

   selection process for athletes

   Example: Before the draft, the team manager created a list of his most desired players for each position.

3. (noun, bank)

   bank cheque

   Example: A banker’s draft is like asking a bank to write a cheque for you.

draught

1. (noun, air)

   unwanted current of air

   Example: The draught slammed the cellar door shut, leaving James alone in the dark.

2. (noun, ship)

   depth of hull below water

   Example: The ship’s draught increased as it took on more cargo.

3. (adjective, noun, drink)

   drink served from barrel

   Example: The pub ran out of my favourite draught beer just before I was served.

eye

(noun)

organ of sight

Example: I need to use eye drops.

I

(pronoun)

first-person pronoun

Example: I like reading books.

fare

1. (noun, travel)

   price paid for travel

   Example: How much is the taxi fare to the city centre?

2. (verb, condition)

   be or progress in a condition

   Example: Joan hopes to fare better in her exams this year.

fair

1. (adjective, tone)

   light or pale tone

   Example: His girlfriend has fair hair and blue eyes.

2. (noun, event)

   a public event with entertainment and exhibits

   Example: The town hosted an arts and crafts fair last week.

3. (adjective, right)

   equally treated or acceptable

   Example: She won a fair play award for assisting her fallen opponent.

father

(noun)

male parent

Example: My father has a collection of antique watches.

farther

(adjective, adverb)

at a greater distance

Example: The farther I run, the more tired I get.

feat

(noun)

achievement

Example: Memorising the entire speech overnight was quite a remarkable feat.

feet

(noun)

plural of foot

Example: Standing on your feet all day can be surprisingly exhausting.

forth

(adverb)

forward, outward, into view

Example: She can bring forth a new solution to the problem.

fourth

(ordinal number)

the 4th position in order

Example: This is the fourth time I have tried to solve this problem

grate

1. (verb, rub)

   rub into small pieces

   Example: To make the salad extra tasty, grate some fresh Parmesan cheese over it.

2. (noun, frame)

   a metal frame with bars

   Example: He had to lift the grate to clean the fireplace.

great

1. (adjective, size)

   very large in size

   Example: I feel great after a long walk in the park.

2. (noun, in names)

   prefix for important names

   Example: The Great Fire of London destroyed much of the city in 1666.

3. (prefix, family)

   one generation beyond grand-

   Example: We celebrated my great-grandfather’s 100th birthday last year.

groan

(noun, verb)

deep, low sound of pain; make a sound expressing pain; struggle under burden

Example: A loud groan escaped his lips as he lifted the heavy box.

grown

(adjective, verb)

became bigger; fully developed

Example: The young boy has grown so much over the summer. He’s almost as tall as his father now.

guessed

(verb)

past tense of guess

Example: She guessed I was upset even though I didn’t say anything.

guest

(noun)

invited visitor

Example: We invited a guest to our home for dinner last night.

Example: The hotel manager greeted each guest with a warm smile.

hair

(noun)

thread-like strands on skin

Example: My wife has blue eyes and brown hair.

hare

(noun)

rabbit-like animal

Example: A hare can jump very high when it is scared.

he’ll

(contraction)

he will

Example: If it rains, he’ll bring an umbrella.

heal

(verb)

become healthy again

Example: I hope this cream will heal the cut on my hand.

heel

(noun)

back of foot or shoe; end piece of bread

Example: She prefers shoes with a low heel for everyday use.

hear

(verb)

perceive sound or gather information

Example: I can’t hear you over this loud noise.

here

(adverb)

at this place or now

Example: I wish we could stay here forever!

heard

(verb)

past tense of hear

Example: I heard a loud noise coming from the kitchen.

Example: I’ve heard a lot about that film, but I haven’t seen it yet.

herd

(noun)

group of animals

Example: The elephants in the herd moved slowly through the jungle.

him

(pronoun)

object form of he

Example: I couldn’t recognise him with his new haircut.

hymn

(noun)

religious song or poem

Example: The choir sang a beautiful hymn during the church service.

hoarse

(adjective)

raspy voice

Example: I need some water because my throat feels itchy and my voice sounds hoarse.

horse

(noun)

animal for riding or working

Example: The horse moves slowly along the path in the forest.

hole

(noun)

opening, flaw, or gap

Example: The mouse went into a hole under the floor.

whole

(adjective)

complete and entire

Example: I am so hungry that I could eat a whole pizza by myself.

hour

(noun)

60 minutes

Example: The train journey takes about an hour from the city centre.

our

(determiner, pronoun)

belongs to us

Example: Our dog always waits for us near the door in the evening.

in

(preposition)

inside or within

Example: We sit in the front row to see the stage better.

inn

(noun)

small hotel

Example: Staying at an inn is much cheaper than staying at a luxury hotel.

its

(determiner)

something belonging to it

Example: Look! The bird is in its nest.

it’s

1. ()

   it is

   Example: Don’t eat that berry. It’s poisonous.

2. ()

   it has

   Example: I’m tired because it’s been a long day at school.

knew

(verb)

simple past of know

Example: She knew the restaurant was expensive, but she still went there.

new

(adjective)

recent or unused

Example: We visited the new zoo outside the town yesterday.

knot

1. (noun, verb, tie)

   tightly tied loop; tie something into a tight loop

   Example: The scouts practised tying a new type of knot for survival training.

2. (noun, wood)

   hard, round spot in wood

   Example: He made sure to pick a piece of wood for his project without a visible knot.

3. (noun, speed)

   unit of speed for ships or planes

   Example: The racing yacht set a record with a 45-knot run during the competition.

not

(adverb)

indicates negation or absence

Example: He’s not very good at maths, but he tries his best.

know

(verb)

understand or be familiar

Example: Do you know the name of that tall boy?

no

(adverb, determiner)

negative answer or refusal

Example: There is no reason to be afraid of dogs.

Example: No, they are not coming to dinner tonight.

lead

(noun, metal)

toxic heavy metal

Example: The antique coins were made of a mix of lead and other metals.

led

(verb)

past tense of lead

Example: The boy bravely led his mates out of the dark forest.

leek

(noun)

onion-like vegetable

Example: I picked a leek from our vegetable garden for the salad.

leak

(noun, verb)

allow material to escape; hole where material escapes; release secret information

Example: We need to fix the leak before the wall becomes too wet.

licence

(noun)

official permit document

Example: To open a daycare, you must obtain a childcare licence.

license

(verb)

give official permission

Example: He decided to license his book for translation into several languages.

made

(verb)

past form of make

Example: Our beautiful dining table is made of wood.

maid

(noun)

female domestic worker

Example: The maid is washing the windows in the living room.

male

(noun, adjective)

sperm or pollen producing sex

Example: Male voices tend to be deeper than female voices.

mail

(noun, verb)

post or message

Example: I’m waiting for important mail from my university.

mane

(noun)

thick hair around the neck

Example: The little girl groomed the horse’s mane every day.

main

(adjective)

primary, most important

Example: His main hobby is collecting stamps.

meat

(noun)

edible animal flesh

Example: The dog stole the meat from the table.

meet

(verb)

come together with others

Example: Where did you meet for the first time?

medal

(noun)

award for achievement

Example: Each athlete received a commemorative medal after the race.

meddle

(verb)

interfere without invitation

Example: My aunt loves to meddle in everyone’s love life.

missed

(verb)

past tense of miss

Example: I missed my grandmother’s birthday this year, and I feel terrible about it.

mist

(noun)

light fog

Example: The mist was so thick this morning that I could barely see anything outside.

moose

(noun)

large deer with broad antlers

Example: The moose’s long legs help it walk through deep snow.

mousse

(noun)

light, airy dessert

Example: The mousse was so light and fluffy that it melted in my mouth.

morning

(adjective, noun)

period from sunrise to noon

Example: In the morning, I like to have a cup of coffee before starting work.

mourning

(noun)

expression of grief after death

Example: He spent months mourning the death of his best friend.

night

(noun)

period between sunset and sunrise

Example: We stayed up late last night watching a film.

knight

(noun)

medieval soldier or honoured title

Example: The knight’s armour was heavy, but it protected him in battle.

none

(pronoun)

not any

Example: None of the answers on the website seem completely correct to me.

nun

(noun)

woman in religious community

Example: You might see a nun wearing a traditional black and white habit.

oar

(noun)

a stick used to row a boat

Example: He took an oar from the side of the boat.

or

()

used to give choices

Example: Is the test on Monday or Tuesday?

ore

(noun)

rock containing metal

Example: This mine produces a lot of iron ore every year.

one

(number)

the number 1

Example: They visited only one museum before heading to the park.

Example: Josh ate one banana for breakfast this morning.

won

(verb)

past tense of win

Example: He played his best and won the game.

pair

(noun,verb)

two matching items; group two items together

Example: I need to pair my phone with the Bluetooth speaker.

pear

(noun)

a sweet, green or yellow fruit

Example: We have two apple trees and a pear tree in our garden.

passed

1. (verb, skip)

   declined participation

   Example: He passed on answering that difficult question during the game.

   Example: I passed on the sprinting race and chose to compete in the long jump instead.

2. (verb, go past)

   moved by something

   Example: I passed the park on my way to work.

3. (verb, give)

   gave to someone

   Example: She passed me the salt at the dinner table.

4. (verb, exam)

   succeeded in an exam

   Example: I passed my driving test on the first try.

5. (verb, disappear)

   went away or faded

   Example: A rainbow appeared after the rain passed.

   Example: The time passed so quickly during the weekend.

6. (verb, die)

   died

   Example: My grandfather passed away last year, and we miss him very much.

past

1. (adverb, preposition, position)

   beyond in space or time

   Example: She walked past the school.

   Example: Why does she always walk past without saying hello?

2. (adjective, grammar)

   verb form for past actions

   Example: The teacher explained that ’went’ is the past tense of ’go’.

3. (adjective, noun, time)

   time before now; already happened

   Example: We learn about the past in history class.

   Example: The city has changed a lot over the past century.

piece

(noun)

portion or item

Example: One puzzle piece is missing, and it’s driving me crazy!

peace

(noun)

state without conflict or war

Example: After the argument, they finally made peace and became friends again.

plain

1. (noun, land)

   large flat area of land

   Example: The plain stretched as far as we could see.

2. (adjective, simple)

   simple, not fancy

   Example: I want a plain notebook without pictures.

   Example: I always drink my tea plain, without sugar, milk, or lemon.

plane

1. (noun, vehicle)

   a flying vehicle

   Example: They watched the plane take off from the airport window.

2. (noun, geometry)

   a flat, two-dimensional surface

   Example: A square is a two-dimensional shape, so it must lie in a single plane.

3. (noun, verb, tool)

   wood-smoothing tool or action

   Example: The door won’t close unless you plane the bottom.

   Example: You need a sharp plane to make the wood smooth.

practice

1. (noun, training)

   repeated action to improve a skill

   Example: You need a lot of practice to be a good dancer.

2. (noun, professional)

   professional workplace

   Example: After graduation, he opened a dental practice in his hometown.

3. (noun, habit)

   habit

   Example: It’s good practice to wash your hands before eating.

practise

(verb, activity)

repeat to get better

Example: If you want to be a good dancer, you have to practise a lot.

pray

(verb)

religious act

Example: The monk decided to pray for several hours in the morning before his breakfast.

prey

(noun)

hunted or targeted creature

Example: A crocodile can stay perfectly still in the river until its prey comes close.

precede

(verb)

happen or come before

Example: The starting stage must always precede the final stage.

proceed

(verb)

start or continue

Example: After completing the first step, please proceed to the next step in the process.

principal

(adjective, noun, main)

most important; head of organisation

Example: Trust is a principal value in any successful relationship.

Example: The students were called into the principal’s office after the incident.

principle

(noun)

fundamental truth or rule

Example: That decision goes against every principle I believe in.

profit

(noun)

money left after expenses

Example: The profit from this new product line will allow us to reinvest in expanding our services.

prophet

(noun)

person with divine insight or foresight

Example: The prophet warned the king about the incoming danger.

prophecy

(noun)

prediction of future events

Example: The witch’s prophecy warned the king that a great warrior would defeat him.

prophesy

(verb)

predict the future

Example: I cannot prophesy what will happen next, but I am hopeful for the future.

rain

(noun, verb)

water from clouds

Example: The weather forecast shows rain for tomorrow.

Example: Take your umbrella with you; it’s going to rain this afternoon.

reign

(noun, verb)

period of monarch's rule; ruling as a monarch

Example: The reign of Queen Elizabeth II lasted for over 60 years.

Example: A new king will reign after the coronation ceremony.

rein

(noun)

strap used to control a horse

Example: The horse felt the pull of the left rein and turned left.

Example: The rider pulled on each rein to stop the horse from running too fast.

read

(verb)

past tense of read

Example: He read his book before he went to bed.

red

(adjective)

warm primary colour

Example: I drew a red heart on the card.

ring

1. (noun, round object)

   circular, hollow object

   Example: He proposed to her with his grandmother’s wedding ring.

   Example: Each ring of the Olympic symbol represents a continent.

2. (noun, verb, sound)

   bell or phone tone; phone call

   Example: The bell will ring three times to mark the end of the game.

   Example: Don’t forget to ring your mother when you arrive.

wring

(verb)

squeeze out moisture

Example: She wants to wring the sponge until it is dry.

road

(noun)

hard surface for vehicles

Example: Be careful when you cross the busy road.

rode

(verb)

past simple of ride

Example: Last week, I rode a horse for the first time.

rowed

(verb)

past tense of row

Example: We rowed to the island to have a picnic.

role

(noun)

position or actor's character

Example: In the play, she performs the role of a famous queen.

roll

1. (noun, food)

   small, round bun

   Example: My favourite breakfast is a sausage roll with a cup of hot coffee.

2. (verb, movement)

   move by turning over#fold into a round shape#flatten dough

   Example: The children love to roll down the grassy bank in the park.

   Example: Please roll the dough until it becomes thin and smooth.

sail

(noun, verb)

move on water; fabric for catching the wind

Example: We hope to sail across the ocean one day.

Example: The bright red sail looks beautiful against the blue sky.

sale

(noun)

act of selling; store discount event

Example: They put the old car up for sale yesterday.

Example: The supermarket sale offers cheaper prices on fresh vegetables.

sea

(noun)

large body of salty water

Example: I like to swim in the sea.

see

(verb)

notice with eyes; understand

Example: I see my friends at school every day.

seen

(verb)

past participle of see

Example: Have you seen my keys? I put them somewhere here.

scene

1. (noun)

   the location where something happens

   Example: The investigation took place at the murder scene.

2. (noun)

   uninterrupted story segment

   Example: In the next scene, the hero finds the hidden treasure.

   Example: I want to cry every time I see that heartbreaking scene in the film.

serial

(adjective)

arranged in a series; sequential

Example: The serial thief was finally caught based on his fingerprints left at the last crime scene.

cereal

(noun)

grain-based food

Example: She bought a grain mill to process the cereal grains grown on her farm.

son

(noun)

male child or offspring

Example: The son helped his father in the garden.

sun

(noun)

our solar system's star

Example: The sun rises in the morning and sets in the evening.

stair

(noun)

step in a staircase

Example: Please leave your shoes near the bottom stair.

stare

(verb)

gaze for a long time

Example: The little boy continues to stare at the robot with excitement.

stationary

(adjective)

still and unchanging

Example: The train stood stationary at the platform, awaiting its departure signal.

stationery

(noun)

writing materials

Example: The school provided each student with a basic set of stationery at the beginning of the year.

steal

(verb)

take without permission

Example: The children like to steal cookies when no one is looking.

steel

(noun)

strong iron-carbon metal alloy

Example: The knife was made of stainless steel, which resists rust.

tail

(noun)

rare part of animal or object

Example: The dog chases its own tail whenever it becomes excited.

tale

(noun)

story

Example: The old sailor told us a tale of storms and hidden islands.

there

(adverb)

at that place

Example: Look, there is a fat cat in the tree.

they’re

(contraction)

they are

Example: I love them; they’re my best friends.

their

(determiner, pronoun)

belonging to them

Example: The children are playing with their toys.

threw

(verb)

simple past of throw

Example: The little boy threw a rock into the lake.

through

1. (adverb, preposition, across)

   from one end to another

   Example: She went through the park quickly as it got darker.

2. (preposition, result of)

   because of; with the help

   Example: They lost the game through lack of teamwork.

to

(preposition)

indicates direction, purpose, recipient

Example: We are going to Spain this summer.

too

1. (adverb)

   also

   Example: I would like to come too.

2. (adverb)

   excessively, more than enough

   Example: If you work too much, you’re going to be tired.

two

(number)

the number 2

Example: I have two brothers and a sister.

toe

(noun)

end part of a foot

Example: A small cut on his toe became infected after a week.

tow

(verb)

pull behind another vehicle

Example: I asked my friend to tow my car after it wouldn’t start.

veil

(noun,verb)

face or head covering; cover or hide

Example: A thin veil protected her face from sunburn.

whale

(noun)

very large marine mammal

Example: We saw the whale blow water through the hole at the top of its head.

wail

(noun, verb)

cry out emotionally; loud, high-pitched cry

Example: They could only wail when they saw the tornado’s damage.

Example: The wail of the siren warned the town of the incoming danger.

waist

(noun)

body section between chest and hips

Example: This stylish summer dress has an adjustable elastic waist.

waste

(noun)

discarded unwanted materials

Example: Turning off the lights ensures you do not waste electricity.

wait

(verb)

stay until something happens

Example: Because the train was late, Anthony had to wait in the rain for over an hour.

weight

(noun)

heaviness of an object

Example: Have you noticed that Scott has lost weight in the last few months?

way

(noun)

path, route, direction, or method

Example: She showed me the quickest way to the station.

weigh

(verb)

measure weight

Example: The butcher began to weigh the meat for the customer.

weak

(adjective)

not strong or powerful

Example: After a long illness, I always feel weak.

week

(noun)

seven-day period

Example: She decided to read 52 books this year — one each week.

wear

1. (verb, noun, clothes)

   have on body or face; type of clothing

   Example: She decided to wear her grandmother’s wedding dress.

   Example: I hope she will wear a surprised look when I tell her the news.

2. (verb, damage)

   gets damaged by use

   Example: The fabric of my jeans is starting to wear thin at the knees.

where

(adverb, conjunction)

refers to a place or location

Example: Do you know where I can buy flowers?

weather

(noun)

the condition of the atmosphere

Example: The weather forecast predicts thunderstorms for tomorrow.

whether

(conjunction)

introducing choices

Example: He asked us whether we would go to her birthday party.

Example: I will buy that car whether you like it or not.

weed

(noun, verb)

unwanted plant; to remove unwanted plants

Example: The boy accidentally pulled up a daisy thinking it was a weed.

Example: I have to weed the garden every week to keep it tidy.

we’d

1. ()

   short for 'we had'

   Example: Yesterday, by the time Dad arrived home, we’d finished our dinner.

2. ()

   short for 'we would'

   Example: I thought we’d solve the problem, but we found another one.

which

(determiner, pronoun)

used for questions or clauses

Example: Which one is your coat? The blue one or the green one?

witch

(noun)

person believed to have magical powers

Example: The old witch made a love potion from moss and other disgusting plants.

who’s

1. ()

   who is

   Example: The woman who’s wearing the purple hat is Tim’s wife.

2. ()

   who has

   Example: Who’s that standing by the front door?

whose

(determiner, pronoun)

ownership question

Example: Whose trousers are those on the floor?

Example: I have a friend whose uncle writes children’s books.

wood

(noun)

material from trees; forested area

Example: We need a piece of wood for the shelf.

would

(modal verb)

indicates condition, request, or habit

Example: I would love to travel to Iceland one day.

write

(verb)

create letters or symbols

Example: I want to write a letter to my friend tonight.

right

1. (adverb, direction)

   opposite of left

   Example: Please turn right at the next corner; we’re nearly there.

2. (noun, moral)

   a legal or moral entitlement

   Example: You have the right to ask for help if you need it.

3. (adjective, not bad)

   correct, true, or suitable

   Example: What is the right way to solve this problem?

4. (adverb, directly)

   exactly or directly

   Example: Your glasses are right next to your keys on the table.

you’re

()

you are

Example: You’re my best friend!

your

(determiner)

something belonging to you

Example: Is this your book or mine?