# reap vs rein

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### reap
*verb · IPA /ɹiːp/ · frequency rank #14,394*
To cut (for example a grain) with a sickle, scythe, or reaping machine

### rein
*noun · IPA /ɹeɪn/ · frequency rank #17,934*
A strap or rope attached to a bridle or bit, used to control a horse, other animal or young child.

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