# jade vs jar

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### jade
*noun · IPA /d͡ʒeɪd/ · frequency rank #9,909*
A semiprecious stone, either nephrite or jadeite, generally green or white in color, often used for carving figurines.

### jar
*noun · IPA /dʒɑː/ · frequency rank #7,934*
An earthenware container, either with two or no handles, for holding oil, water, wine, etc., or used for burial.

## Source
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