Most confusing words in English Grammar

2. Accept and Except
• The words, ‘accept’ and ‘except’ are homophones
which are often confused by English speakers.
• ‘Accept’ is a verb which means →→to receive or to
agree.
• Most of the time ‘except’ is used as a preposition
which means→→ excluding.

3. He accepted the invitation to the
party.

4. All the athletes except
Anjali finished the race.

5. The following examples will make the usage clear.
ACCEPT (VERB) EXCEPT (PREPOSITION)
Amit accepted the job offer. I can come with you on all days
except Sunday.
Sanjiv accepted the allegation
that he had cheated.
All the athletes except Anjali
finished the race.
He accepted the invitation to
the party.
Everyone except Shantanu was
invited to the party.
Accept and Except