1. words that are spelled the same but have different pronunciations and meanings
Usage: linguistics; plural form

Examples

• The words ‘lead’ (to guide) and ‘lead’ (the metal) are heteronyms.
• Students often struggle with heteronyms like ‘bow’ and ‘bow’.
• The teacher explained that ‘tear’ (to rip) and ‘tear’ (from crying) are heteronyms.
• Reading comprehension can be challenging due to heteronyms in English.
• The word ‘wind’ has two pronunciations, making it one of many heteronyms.
• Heteronyms demonstrate the complexity of English spelling and pronunciation.