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Master these commonly confused words to excel in the SAT

Knowing the difference can make all the difference when it comes to the SAT

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Affect (verb) vs Effect (noun):

  • Affect: To influence.

    • Example: The weather can affect your mood.

  • Effect: A result.

    • Example: The new law had a significant effect on the economy.

Their, There, They're:

  • Their: Possessive form of "they".

    • Example: Their car is parked outside.

  • There: Refers to a place.

    • Example: The book is over there.

  • They're: Contraction of "they are".

    • Example: They're going to the concert tonight.

Your vs You're:

  • Your: Possessive form of "you".

    • Example: Is that your backpack?

  • You're: Contraction of "you are".

    • Example: You're ready for the test.

Its vs It's:

  • Its: Possessive form of "it".

    • Example: The cat licked its paws.

  • It's: Contraction of "it is".

    • Example: It's raining outside.

Then vs Than:

  • Then: Refers to time.

    • Example: Finish your homework, then you can play.

  • Than: Used for comparisons.

    • Example: She is taller than her brother.

To, Too, Two:

  • To: Preposition.

    • Example: We're going to the park.

  • Too: Also or excessively.

    • Example: I'm coming too. It's too hot.

  • Two: Number 2.

    • Example: I have two pencils.

Lose vs Loose:

  • Lose: To misplace or not win.

    • Example: Don't lose your keys.

  • Loose: Not tight.

    • Example: The bolt is loose.

Principal vs Principle:

  • Principal: Head of a school; main.

    • Example: The principal greeted the students.

  • Principle: Fundamental truth or belief.

    • Example: Honesty is a key principle.

Accept vs Except:

  • Accept: To receive.

    • Example: I accept your apology.

  • Except: Excluding.

    • Example: Everyone is here except John.

Advice (noun) vs Advise (verb):

  • Advice: Guidance.

    • Example: She gave me good advice.

  • Advise: To offer suggestions.

    • Example: I advise you to start early.

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