“Hays” or “Haze”

Overview

hays / haze are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

hays: (noun) United States lawyer and politician who formulated a production code that prescribed the moral content of United States films from 1930 to 1966 (1879-1954). (noun) United States lawyer involved in several famous court trials (1881-1954). (noun) a town in central Kansas.

haze: (noun) atmospheric moisture or dust or smoke that causes reduced visibility. (verb) become hazy, dull, or cloudy. (verb) harass by imposing humiliating or painful tasks, as in military institutions.

Pronunciation

hays: hh·EY·z

haze: hh·EY·z

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