# gaff, gaffe

> English homophone group · 2 words that sound the same · /ɡæf/

These English words share one pronunciation but differ in spelling and meaning.

## The words

### gaff
*/ɡæf/*
A tool consisting of a large metal hook with a handle or pole, especially the one used to pull large fish aboard a boat.

### gaffe
*/ɡæf/*
A foolish and embarrassing error, especially one made in public; a social blunder; a breach of etiquette.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA); groups derived from IPA pronunciation. Data vintage: 2026-09-03.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/homophones/gaff