Common Mispronunciations in English

Here's a list of some common mispronunciations in English:

• "There, their, they're"

  • Often confused due to their similar spellings.
  • There is used to refer to a place.
  • Their is a possessive pronoun.
  • They're is a contraction of "they are".

• "Principal vs. Principle"

  • Principal can mean the head of a school or organization, or a sum of money.
  • Principle refers to a fundamental truth or proposition.

• "Affect vs. Effect"

  • Affect is a verb that means to influence or cause a change.
  • Effect is a noun that means the result or consequence of an action.

• "Complement vs. Compliment"

  • Complement is something that completes or makes perfect.
  • Compliment is a polite expression of praise or admiration.

Pronunciation Practice

For more information on common mispronunciations, check out our Guide to English Pronunciation.