# medal vs meddle

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### medal
*noun · IPA /ˈmɛdəl/ · frequency rank #3,704*
A stamped metal disc used as a personal ornament, a charm, or a religious object.

### meddle
*verb · IPA /ˈmɛd.əl/ · frequency rank #34,980*
To interfere in or with; to concern oneself with unduly.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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