Commonly Misspelled and/or Misused Words Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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a
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is an adjective (article) that is used before words beginning with a consonant sound: a boy, a topic, a word
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an
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is used before words beginning with a vowel or vowel sound: an idea, an uncle. some words beginning with the consonant “h” are preceded by “an” because the “h” is silent: an hour, an honest answer
3
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a lot
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is spelled as two words. it is not spelled alot
4
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accept
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is a verb that means to receive or to agree with. I accept your apology
5
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except
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as a preposition means “not included”. everyone was invited except Abe
6
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affect
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is a verb and means “to influence”. the president’s decisions affect us. Listening to music that is too loud for too long can affect your hearing