# gauge vs gouge

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### gauge
*noun · IPA /ˈɡeɪd͡ʒ/ · frequency rank #6,912*
A measure; a standard of measure; an instrument to determine dimensions, distance, or capacity; a standard

### gouge
*noun · IPA /ɡaʊd͡ʒ/ · frequency rank #41,154*
Senses relating to cutting tools.

## Source
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