Advanced English Homophones - different words that sound the same!
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- Опубликовано: 5 дек 2017
- Congratulations! You have discovered the advanced English homophones level! By now, you should be pretty comfortable with the material covered in the beginner and intermediate homophone videos, and you're probably looking for an extra challenge. Well, don't worry. I've got you covered. In this video, I look at numerous words in English that are pronounced the same but which are spelled differently. Here's a small sample: "bald" and "bawled," "air" and "heir," "horse" and "hoarse," and "retch" and "wretch." Is any of this English vocabulary new to you? Good! Check out the video to learn their meanings, and learn to tell the difference between them. If you haven't watched my beginner and intermediate homophone videos, make sure to watch them now:
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TRANSCRIPT
You made it, I made it. We are at the advanced level of homophones. Hey, everyone. I'm Alex. Thanks for clicking, and like I said, this is level three of my homophones series, the advanced stage. So, if you don't know why homophones are important to know, let me just repeat what I said at the end of the intermediate video, which is: They're important so that you know the spelling of words, you can understand context, you can understand what people are saying when they use a word that maybe has another word that sounds exactly the same but the pronunciation is also the same but the meaning is different. So, as a recap, homophones once more are words that sound the same, but are spelled differently and have a different meaning. So, it's self-explanatory why they're important to know, but I mention it to you guys anyway.
So let's not waste any time and let's level up, guys. "Air", "heir". I think you know what "air" is... Right? So, a technical definition, a mix of nitrogen, oxygen, and other small amounts of gases, or a soft breeze, or in the Phil Collins song: "I can feel it calling in the air tonight", something like that. It's a terrible, terrible voice. I'm sorry. I'm sorry, Phil. Very sorry, Phil. Or Mr. Collins, I'll call you Mr. Collins. "Heir", now "heir", "h-e-i-r", this is a noun and this is a person who has the legal right to someone's property after they pass away. Now, usually when we think about heirs, we think about it in, like, the Middle Ages where, you know, a prince is the heir to the throne of a king. Once the king dies, the heir steps up and he becomes the king. So, example from Lord of the Rings: "Aragorn is Isildur's heir", in The Lord of the Rings. Spoiler alert if you haven't seen that movie or read those books. So, Aragorn is Isildur's heir. Isildur defeated, you know, the evil wizard, Sauron, and you've seen the movie, you know.
Okay: "alter", "altar". "A-l-t-e-r", this means to modify or change something, so this is a verb. For example: "Do you wish to alter your plans? Do you want to change anything or modify anything?" And "altar", the noun "a-l-t-a-r", this is a table that is used for religious rituals. So, any, you know... Many religions use altars. If you're thinking about Christian faiths, if you go to a Christian church, they will have a table in the front of the church, this is called an altar. So: "The priest is behind the altar." In the past, altars were used for other things, like animal sacrifices, and in some cases human sacrifices, like that Indiana Jones scene. Right? What's that word that they u-...? I don't remember. Anyway.
"Bald" and "bawled". So, you probably know "bald", "b-a-l-d", an adjective which means without hair, having no hair. So, who's a famous bald person that I can think of? Well, if you've seen the movie Doctor Strange, Tilda Swinton's character is bald. She doesn't have any hair. Right? And "bawled", "b-a-w-l-e-d", so this is the past of the verb "bawl", "b-a-w-l" and in the past form it means cried loudly or wailed. So, let me... Let me look at some examples so you understand what I mean. So, first: "My dad bawled when he discovered his first bald spot." Okay? So, you know, balding is a process usually. When you find your first bald spot, like it's here usually, and you're like: "Oh no, I'm losing my hair." Although, bald is beautiful, too, so don't worry, guys. Just embrace it. It's okay. "My dad bawled"-like he cried strongly and loudly-"when he discovered his first bald spot". Or: "I bawled at the end of that movie." So, if you watch an emotional movie, or like the... You know, the big scene in The Lion King, for example, when Simba's father dies and when you were a kid, maybe you bawled because you were not emotionally prepared for that level of disappointment. Damn you, Disney. Damn you.
Thanks for clicking, everyone! Let me know if you have any questions or comments. And don’t worry, I promise I’ll get a haircut before next year. Maybe.
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Thanks a million...
Thank you much. You made English look pretty easy.
Please help me make sentence . using two homophones in one sentence.alter.altar,knight.night,ceaz.size,prey.pray
Hi Alex! Great video lesson. You are one of my favourite English teachers on the internet. Thanks a lot!
That's very nice to hear! Thanks for your continued support and attention, Julio Cesar!
I can't help to tell you: I really enjoy your lessons. The way you explain any concept is very nice. Love you!
Thanks a lot, esther! I'm glad you're enjoying the lessons. Good luck with your studies. :)
Thanks Alex! you are the sole teacher who has an efficient explanation in youtube.
That's very kind of you to say. Thank you.
Tks teacher! Very easy to learn with you! Regards from Brazil!
You are a great singer,i bawled at the end of the song.congratulations.
You probably bawled because of the poor quality of my voice.
Thank you Alex !
God bless you!
You are really a cool teacher Alex ! thanks for teaching from Venezuela !
Thank you teacher Alex for this great lesson
I love your lessons! Thanks for the kindness of sharing the transcription :) What do you think about a lesson about advanced linking words? I see a lot of however x even though x although x besides x in addition, etc... But there are so many more complicated stuff :s
Great video. The examples provided were clear. Thank you.
My pleasure! Thanks for watching!
I have been watching you for a year now. and thanks to you sir I am better in English, not perfect yet but I will never stop watching more videos
That's so awesome to hear, Manal. Students like you are why I do this! :)
You’r a great teacher
I've learnt a lot. Thank you Alex!
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!
Thanks, Alex！ Very nice lesson！
You're welcome! Thanks for watching.
Teacher, don't say mum is rude in any circumstances in your life. If anyone in world wants your good is only person is mum. Mum always right. Only person in our life mum who cleaned us when we pee on the bad and after cleaning she gave us a kiss happily without expecting a anything back. Because of mum we are thousands of people learning English from you.. Mum is more important than our everything because we are existing because of her. Mum is great. A mum is the symbol of true love. I like you sir and at the same time I'm so grateful to your mum for bringing such a lovely teacher in the world. Mum first, always.
A useful lesson. Thank you so much! Alex 😄
You’re very welcome! Thanks for checking out the video!
Good job I listen to your videos every once in awhile. Yeah that's a great song by Phil Collins.
An awesome video Alex, very useful, I though sole has both meanings, the bottom of the shoe as well as the spirit, now I know :) thanks!
That's great, Robert! I'm glad you picked up something new from this vid. Good luck with your studies!
Thank you for your work🌹
We appreciate your help 😍 thanks again you are the best 💕
You’re welcome! Thanks for studying with me.
Yes I recall love the way you explain the words
Sorry I really like the way you explain.
Excellent my friend. Good job!
Thanks! I’m glad you liked it!
Thanks it's a really useful lesson. could you please explain these two term "hahaphony and paraphony"? and are they types of homophones?
1:24 you are great man keep up the good work !!
Haha. Thanks! I don't plan on stopping any time soon.
Hi, Alex! I appreciate a lot your videos and explanations.
May you make a video about basic Vehicle Mechanic vocabularies? This would be very helpful. Thanks!
Hi Alex, I have a video on basic car vocabulary, but you're probably looking for something more complex. I'm not a mechanic and only know the basics of technical vehicle vocabulary. :)
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I talk about your videos I will try to watch your all videos and if you can tell me what course should I fallow .I have learnt only basic English grammar .thanks
HI alex you are my favourite teacher on youtube thanks a lot :)
That's awesome to read! Thanks a lot, Areny. I'm glad you enjoy the lessons.
Do not worry Alex you have a great voice to sing . thank you for that excellent informations
Haha. I'm not so sure, but thank you!
hi Alex thank you for this interesting lesson please make more lessons like this one(more homophones)
I've made three of them! :) Check out the other two in the video description.
Very knowledgeable and nice entertaining along with the Disney 🥲🥲
I like your videos. they're very useful.
Thanks, alia. I'm happy to hear that!
Hey Alex, dono how I came to your channel but enjoyed your video & I'm new subscriber to your channel. Good Job, God bless.
Welcome to my channel, Julie! I hope you find lots of useful content to help you with your language studies.
Yeah your videos are helpful to me. Thanks buddy
thanks for this lesson
My pleasure! Thanks for studying with EngVid, edward!
very useful video. thanks Alex ^_^
My pleasure. Thanks for clicking!
Hello dear mr. Alex I have to watch this video again thanks again
Hi alex, may you do a class on Though, Tough, Thought, Trough, through, pleaaaaaaaaaaaase Alex.
Thank you
That’s a pretty good idea. I’ll add it to my list of potential topics. Thanks for the suggestion!
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Thanks Alex
Awsome teacher!!!
Thanks for watching, Zoltan!
hi alex i am green in english jet, your chanel is great, tanks a lot. grettings from chile
That's great! Thanks for studying with me, fabian.
Many thanks
Any time, Alessio!
Hello teacher you are very funny, I like a lot, this is a good way to teach us, and become more simple to understand.
Thanks, Rodrigo. I'm glad you're enjoying my videos.
Nice video & u r great :)
Thanks, bharti! I appreciate the kind feedback.
thank you very much how great you are
You're very kind! Thanks for your feedback.
I want to thank you so much ..your lessons are very simple and usefull
Would you present the lesson of tag question ,please?
Thanks for watching, sahra. I actually have an older video on this topic. www.engvid.com/tag-questions/ Maybe it’s time to record a more up-to-date version.
Thanks a lot sir Alex
Thanks from Egypt: )
You’re welcome from Canada. :)
LOL!!! I LOVE YOUR CLASS!
You’re fantastic.
Thanks, nahid! I appreciate that!
you are a legit English teacher
I hope so. I've been doing it for almost 10 years. @_@
Which one is correct,
1.Comb your hair
2. Do your hair
I hope you will make me understand about it please reply with example. Thank you
I like your singing way
Thank you alex
Hi Alex great lesson
Thanks! I appreciate your feedback.
Thanks a lot of you. I'm funny to watching you
Thanks a lot for watching, Mod!
Thank you very much indeed 🕴
You're quite welcome. Thanks for watching!
What is the difference between infinitive clause and infinitive phrase ? I have read in Wikipedia about the topic infinitive clause But now I have to know the difference between this?
Sir after watching your vedioes i an feeling now iam don.t have to worry about learning english because you are here
That's nice to hear, Ash! :) Confidence is one of the most important things you need when learning anything.
I'm an -engeneer- -enginere- -engenere-
I'm good with math
Engineer. :)
Thanks for make me have a good time engineer. Best regards from México!!!!
excellent!
Thanks!
Maza aa gya
Hahaha I love your jokes man you are really funny hahahaha as always great lessons I've been learning a lot with your videos.
Greetings from Brazil.
Thanks, Heber. I appreciate it! The jokes just kind of happened spontaneously in this video. I'm glad they worked out. :)
Thanks
No problem!
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You're welcome! Thanks for watching.
Hello sir
#Boxers-To-be will follow the rules made by the committee
Sir what is the meaning of “boxers-to-be"
Thanks Alex you have to be an actor
Hello sir
Boxers-To-be will follow the rules made by the committee
Sir what is the meaning of boxers-to-be
Hello mr.Alex .I' m a sri lankan.I want to be an English teacher.If it is possible please tell us what oder should I study lessons.thnks
Hi Ishan, do you mean my videos, or what courses to take to become an English teacher? Regarding my videos, I have almost 200 that are on numerous topics and meant for different levels. Unfortunately, there is no preset order to them.
Difference between a ball and an heir
The ball is thrown into the air.
Prince is heir to throne.
hey, you have nice voice
Hi Alex :)
Thanks for the lesson, actually you make learning english scrumptious😊
Haha. That's awesome. Thanks, la donna.
I think vile and vial also sound like while
"While" does not have a hard V sound. It's a soft W like "win," "winter," "weather," etc. :) I hope this helps!
I was watching the lion king yesterday and I bawled like a little child lol I'm 28 now :p
Mr Alex, what does that mean ain't please.
good
Thanks, jamil! I'm glad you liked it!
This is very useful for me because im beginner in learn english language,,, thanks mr.Alex
That’s great! You might also enjoy the first two videos I made about homophones. The links are in the video description.
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Alex, you're so funny!
Thanks a lot, Lilian. I’m glad you enjoyed the video.
Good work good video. I just did a video of this on my channel also.👍
Pause at 13:13 😂
Great video though
nice vedio sir
Thanks a lot, Ruby!
Wow Alex! Really amazing teacher
You're very kind. Thank you, Sara. :)
i can feel it coming in the air tonight
I always thought it was “I can feel it calling in the air tonight.” :)
Hahaha alex what disney is doing ☺ they have become murderers instead to providing an entertainment for viewers 😂 . Alex , why do you put so much blush on 😉 ... I really enjoyed the lesson. That was seriously amazing. Loved it. ❤
Thanks, An! Did I put on blush? I don't think I did. Maybe my cheeks were just red for some reason. I'm more concerned about my awful hair in this video. Ha.
And yeah, Disney has forgotten that its movies are meant for kids!
Learn English with Alex [engVid] aww ☺ Love to hear my name as An . My father calls me the same. Haha no, i was just teasing you Alex about blush . You have a healthy complexion. You should embrace it and your hair looks perfect more in this video. I liked it. ☺❤
Learn English with Alex [engVid] by the way alex, you have a melodious voice. You sang very nicely. Just needs a guitar ☺
I might use a guitar in a future video. We’ll see...
Learn English with Alex [engVid] aah...😱 It will be surprising for me. ☺ but you will sing along with it. Thank you alex . You are great! ☺
The word : bold is also homophone to the words: bald and bawled, isn't it?
Hi dalia, it's actually a different pronunciation. You can hear the difference by clicking on the audio button on these pages: www.dictionary.com/browse/bold?s=t and www.dictionary.com/browse/bald?s=t
"Bold" has a rounded "O" sound.
hi Alex please what's the function of this clause. rejected by his parents, he turned to a life of crime
It's an adverbial phrase. The full adverb clause would be "Because he was rejected by his parents,..." When you remove the adverb, subject, and auxiliary verb, it becomes an adverbial phrase.
I think Alex could change of job. He could be a singer, he wiil make a big success...rs..rs..rs
Maybe in karaoke bars after the patrons have already had 3 or 4 drinks.
Legit!
2 legit 2 quit.
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pearl jam ... yeahhhh
yes, in America we still have a CENT.
You're right! How could I forget? Thanks.
Hi !!! Are you American?
I was born in Poland but moved to Canada when I was seven years old. I've been living in Canada for thirty years. :)
I'm confused between Bold and Bald now I need help please
The pronunciation is different. I’d recommend typing the words into a site like google translate or dictionary.com and listening to the pronunciation there.
Learn English with Alex [engVid] A billion thanks it didn't even take me one minute to be able pronounce them both differently now I just need to remember them. Satisfied:)
My pleasure. I'm glad it's clear. :)
Nice video.. uh by the way I really like your bangs.! that is fine..
Haha. I guess it's a matter of personal preference. I don't mind them, but I probably should have styled my hair a little cleaner in this video.
from mom nothing is rude...😊
Are we supposed to hear the difference ? I get the difference in the meanings but I can’t hear the difference in their sounds. They sound the same to me.
You’re not supposed to hear a difference in the pronunciation. :) They’re different words that sound the same.
Phil Collins - In The Air Tonight (Official Music Video)
ruclips.net/video/YkADj0TPrJA/видео.html
I speak french so homophones can't scare me
J'ai cent fois eu foi en mon foie
Les seins du saint sont sain
Je sens cent sangles pleins d'encens et de sang try on google voice ^^
Will you are not sure
😂
I'm glad you liked it. :p
What is the function of this please : for me , he is a thief
I'm not sure what you mean. :-/
the function of this clause : [ for me , he is a thief ]
😂😂 very fanny about Disney
“Funny.” :) Thanks!