# chalice vs chance

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### chalice
*noun · IPA /ˈt͡ʃæl.ɪs/ · frequency rank #28,866*
A large drinking cup, often having a stem and base and used especially for formal occasions and religious ceremonies.

### chance
*noun · IPA /t͡ʃæns/ · frequency rank #548*
An opportunity or possibility.

## Source
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