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Knot and not are pronounced in the very same way, aren't they?

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Yes, they are.

Context will tell you which spelling you will need.
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just the same with "knight" and "night", ok?

what about "clothes" and "close".

are they pronounced the same way?

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just the same with "knight" and "night", ok?

what about "clothes" and "close".

are they pronounced the same way?

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No. When pronouncing "clothes" the 'th' sound is subtle, but it's audible.
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