Learn about the difference between the homophones: plait and plate

Definitions

plait

Plait is a noun that refers to a single braid of hair. It can also be used as a verb meaning to weave or braid hair.

Example

She wore her hair in a plait down her back.

Example

She learned how to plait her hair from her grandmother.

plate

Plate is a noun that refers to a flat, usually round dish that is used for serving food. It can also refer to a thin, flat sheet of metal or other material.

Example

She placed the plate of food in front of him.

Example

The car's license plate was damaged in the accident.

Tips To Remember the Differences

Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:

- To remember the difference between these two words, think of plait as related to hair and plate as related to food. - You could also associate plait with 'hair braid' and plate with 'food dish'.