Homograph

/ˈhɑːməɡræf/

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Pro Tip 1/3

Some homographs change stress placement to show the difference in meaning.

The word 'conduct' can be a noun (CONduct) or a verb (conDUCT).

Pro Tip 2/3

To understand homographs, consider the full sentence to derive meaning.

I will present the gift at the party - 'present' meaning 'give' here.

Pro Tip 3/3

Be aware homographs can cause misunderstandings without context.

Without context, 'lead' is confusing as in 'to lead' or 'metal lead'.

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