# frugal vs fungal

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### frugal
*adjective · IPA /ˈfɹuːɡəl/ · frequency rank #25,066*
Of something which is consumed (such as money, goods, etc.): Careful or wise in expenditure; avoiding waste.

### fungal
*adjective · IPA /ˈfʌŋɡəl/ · frequency rank #19,344*
Of or pertaining to a fungus or fungi.

## Source
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