# marl vs marsh

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### marl
*noun · IPA /mɑːl/ · frequency rank #49,479*
A mixed earthy substance, consisting of carbonate of lime, clay, and possibly sand, in very variable proportions, and accordingly designated as calcareous, clayey, or sandy.

### marsh
*noun · IPA /mɑɹʃ/ · frequency rank #8,687*
An area of low, wet land, often with tall grass or herbaceous plants.

## Source
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