# pear vs pier

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### pear
*noun · IPA /pɛə/ · frequency rank #15,676*
An edible fruit produced by the pear tree, similar to an apple but typically elongated towards the stem.

### pier
*noun · IPA /pɪə(ɹ)/ · frequency rank #9,380*
A raised platform built from the shore out over water, supported on piles; used to secure, or provide access to shipping; a jetty.

## Source
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