Commonly Confused Words: Accept vs. Except

Introduction: "Accept" and "Except" are two commonly confused words in English. While they sound similar, their meanings and uses are very different. Understanding the distinctions between these two words is important for clear communication. Let’s break them down: Definitions Accept: A verb that means to receive something or agree to something. Except: A preposition, conjunction, or verb used to exclude something or someone. Key Differences Accept is used when you are agreeing to something or receiving it (e.g., "I accept your invitation"). Except is used when you are excluding something or someone (e.g., "Everyone is coming to the party except John"). Examples of "Accept" (Receive or Agree) She was happy to accept the job offer. They accepted the invitation to the wedding. He accepted the terms and conditions of the contract. I accept full responsibility for the mistake. She accepted the gift with a smile. We will accept all major c…