What is the difference between Currant and Current?

b1-intermediate

Currant

noun

Definition

A small dried grape, used in cakes and buns.

Examples

This scone has a lot of [currant]s in it.

She added a handful of [currant]s to the mix.

Current

adjective/noun

Definition

As an adjective, belonging to the present time. As a noun, a body of water or air moving in a definite direction.

Examples

What is your [current] address?

The ocean [current] is very strong here.

Tags

sound-similar same-pronunciation similar-spelling

Practice Quiz

Question 1: The strong ocean ___ made it difficult to swim.

currant current

Question 2: She added a handful of ___s to the cake batter.

currant current

Question 3: What is your ___ job title?

currant current

Question 4: A ___ bun is a popular pastry in the UK.

currant current

Question 5: Which word means 'happening now'?

currant current

Question 6: An electrical ___ flows through the wire.

currant current

Question 7: This bread contains raisins and ___s.

currant current

Question 8: Which sentence is correct?

I'm not happy with my currant situation. The river's currant is very fast. Keep up to date with current events. This scone has too many currents in it.

Question 9: Which word refers to a small dried fruit?

currant current

Question 10: The ___ political climate is very tense.

currant current

Quiz Answers

Q1: current

Q2: currant

Q3: current

Q4: currant

Q5: current

Q6: current

Q7: currant

Q8: Keep up to date with current events.

Q9: currant

Q10: current

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