# short vs shout

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### short
*adjective · IPA /ʃɔːt/ · frequency rank #472*
Having a small distance from one end or edge to another, either horizontally or vertically.

### shout
*noun · IPA /ʃaʊt/ · frequency rank #6,519*
A loud burst of voice or voices; a violent and sudden outcry, especially that of a multitude expressing joy, triumph, exultation, anger, or great effort.

## Source
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