# presenter vs pretender

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### presenter
*noun · IPA /pɹɪˈzɛntə(ɹ)/ · frequency rank #10,109*
Someone who presents a broadcast programme; a compere or master of ceremonies.

### pretender
*noun · IPA /pɹɪˈtɛndəɹ/ · frequency rank #37,168*
One who intends or purposes.

## Source
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