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Identifying and spelling homonyms

Prefixes, homonyms and homophones

Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils learn spelling and grammar conventions associated with prefixes meaning 'not', like dis-, non-, mis- and un-, as well as the spelling of homophones, homonyms and some compound words.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to identify and spell homonyms.

Key Notes

  • Homonyms are words which have the same spellings but multiple meanings.
  • The meaning of a homonym is dependent on the context.
  • How to spell the curriculum word: woman and women.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • homonyms: words that have the same spelling or pronunciation as other words but a different meaning.
  • homophones: words that sound the same, but have different spellings and meanings

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Children may not understand the difference between 'homophone' and 'homonym'.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this English learning goal in two key points.

Homonyms are words which have the same spellings but multiple meanings. The meaning of a homonym is dependent on the context.

2. Define this language term and use it in a sentence. 'homonyms'

words that have the same spelling or pronunciation as other words but a different meaning.

3. Correct this common English misunderstanding.

Mistake: Children may not understand the difference between 'homophone' and 'homonym'. Correction: Give specific examples of homophones (e.g. hair and hare) and homonyms (e.g. bark) and discuss the differences.

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