“Way” or “Weigh” or “Whey”

Overview

way / weigh / whey 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

way: (noun) the condition of things generally. (noun) a course of conduct. (noun) any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another. (noun) a journey or passage. (noun) the property of distance in general. (noun) doing as one pleases or chooses. (noun) a general category of things; used in the expression `in the way of'. (noun) a portion of something divided into shares. (adverb) to a great degree or by a great distance; very much (`right smart' is regional in the United States).

weigh: (verb) have a certain weight. (verb) determine the weight of. (verb) to be oppressive or burdensome; ,.

whey: (noun) the serum or watery part of milk that is separated from the curd in making cheese. (noun) watery part of milk produced when raw milk sours and coagulates.

Pronunciation

way: w·EY

weigh: w·EY

whey: w·EY

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