To my ears, they do not exactly sound the same. However, the correct use of each word causes problems for many writers.
This reblog is one of the better examples of when to use each word: I hope you accept the premise, except for those of you who do not.
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Ha! I think I’m an exception. I’ve never mixed up those two words. Now, “affect” and “effect” are a different kettle of fish.
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Audrey, those can be tricky. Thanks for commenting.
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I guess accents have a bearing on this
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You make a good point, Derrick. I never thought of that.
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💜 Thank YOU!!!
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You’re welcome and thanks for the reblog.
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[…] Are Except and Accept Truly Homophones? […]
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When I was a kid I couldn’t hear the difference between accept and except (or our and are), but now I can. I guess our ears become more skilled at distinguishing sounds as we grow into adulthood.
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Never thought of that. Good point, Priscilla.
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I think depending on the speaker’s accent accept and except do sound alike. But. like Audrey mentioned, affect and effect are the ones that give me pause. My feelings/Outside me. Then I get it.
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Interesting way to differentiate the two words, JeanMarie.
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I don’t get it though.
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