word definition

[speegs]

Got a simple question. Just cant remeber the answer....
What word is defined as sounding the same with different spelling and meaning...(ie rite, right, read, reed...and so on ) thanks

[Red5]

See: http://www.usingenglish.com/forum/frequently-asked-questions/2302-words-sound-alike-but-spelled-differently.html

[Johan[@CLT]]

Originally Posted by speegs

Got a simple question. Just cant remeber the answer....
What word is defined as sounding the same with different spelling and meaning...(ie rite, right, read, reed...and so on ) thanks

It's called a "homophone"