# pier vs pliers

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### 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.

### pliers
*noun · IPA /ˈplaɪ.ə(ɹ)z/ · frequency rank #32,971*
A pincer-like gripping tool that multiplies the strength of the user's hand, often used for bending things.

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