# tolerance vs tolerances

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### tolerance
*noun · IPA /ˈtɒl.ə.ɹəns/ · frequency rank #6,530*
The ability to endure pain or hardship; endurance.

### tolerances
*noun · frequency rank #37,256*
plural of tolerance

## Source
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