# mechanism vs mechanisms

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### mechanism
*noun · IPA /ˈmik.ə.nɪ.zəm/ · frequency rank #4,540*
Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.

### mechanisms
*noun · IPA /ˈmɛk.ə.nɪ.zəmz/ · frequency rank #6,808*
plural of mechanism

## Source
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