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homophonous

The correct spelling is homophonous.

How to pronounce homophonous

adjective

IPA: /həˈmɒfənəs/

Say it like: Hom-ofo-now-s

The correct spelling is homophonous. Having the same pronunciation. For example: ""Cot" and "caught" are homophonous in some American accents, as are "there" and "they're"."

Usage Examples

"Cot" and "caught" are homophonous in some American accents, as are "there" and "they're".

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Having the same pronunciation.
  2. 2.Homophonic; sounding the same.

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