# pill vs pole

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### pill
*noun · IPA /pɪl/ · frequency rank #6,821*
A small, usually round or cylindrical object designed for easy swallowing, usually containing some sort of medication.

### pole
*noun · IPA /pəʊl/ · frequency rank #4,879*
Originally, a stick; now specifically, a long and slender piece of metal or (especially) wood, used for various construction or support purposes.

## Source
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