ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Same-sounding phrases

Alright kiddo, have you ever heard two different phrases that sound the same? They might have different meanings and be spelled differently, but when said out loud, they sound very similar.

For example, "I scream" and "ice cream" sound alike, even though they mean different things. This is what we call a same-sounding phrase.

There are lots of these phrases in the English language, and sometimes they can be confusing. That's why it's important to pay attention to both the spelling and the context of the phrase to make sure you know what it means.

So next time you hear two phrases that sound alike, try to think about what they actually mean, and you'll be an expert in no time!
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