# truly vs try

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### truly
*adverb · IPA /ˈtɹuːli/ · frequency rank #1,442*
In accordance with the facts; truthfully, accurately.

### try
*verb · IPA /tɹaɪ/ · frequency rank #299*
To attempt; to endeavour. Followed by infinitive.

## Source
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