# mating vs mining

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### mating
*adjective · IPA /ˈmeɪtɪŋ/ · frequency rank #14,996*
Fitting into or onto a corresponding part, as a matched plug and socket.

### mining
*noun · IPA /ˈmaɪnɪŋ/ · frequency rank #2,688*
The activity of removing valuable resources (often minerals) from the earth.

## Source
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