# relevance vs reliance

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### relevance
*noun · IPA /ˈɹɛl.ɪ.vən(t)s/ · frequency rank #10,430*
The property or state of being relevant or pertinent.

### reliance
*noun · IPA /ɹɪˈlaɪ.əns/ · frequency rank #9,520*
The act of relying (on or in someone or something); trust.

## Source
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