# baa vs bby

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### baa
*noun · IPA [bɑː] · frequency rank #31,869*
The characteristic cry or bleating of a sheep.

### bby
*noun · frequency rank #49,780*
Alternative form of baby (term of endearment).

## Source
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