# reed vs refer

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### reed
*noun · IPA /ɹiːd/ · frequency rank #6,406*
Any of various types of tall stiff perennial grass-like plants growing together in groups near water.

### refer
*verb · IPA /ɹɪˈfɜː/ · frequency rank #3,330*
To direct the attention of (someone toward something)

## Source
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