Learning English Vocabulary Easily confused words
Aug 25, 2025
Dive into the amusing world of confusing English words! Discover the humorous mix-up of 'sensible' and 'sensitive' through a quirky story about Mike's kitchen mishap. Explore the differences between 'receipt' and 'recipe', and the sweet mix of 'desert' versus 'dessert'. Hear personal tales of boredom and learn coping strategies like knitting. Plus, enjoy a fun quiz and practical tips to enhance your vocabulary retention. Perfect for anyone looking to sharpen their English skills while having a good laugh!
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Woolly Hat Introduces Word Pair
- Neil mentions wearing a woolly hat because it's cold and his ears are sensitive.
- This small example introduces 'sensible' and 'sensitive' as confusing similar words.
Similar Words, Different Meanings
- Words that look and sound similar often have very different meanings.
- Recognising such pairs helps avoid confusion in writing and speech.
Shop Mistake Ruins The Cake
- Mike bought salt instead of sugar and ruined his cake.
- This story shows how similar words (receipt/recipe, salt/sugar) can cause real mistakes.