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Berth vs. Birth

Berth

/bɜːrθ/
A space or place to sleep on a ship, train, or other form of transport, also a place where a ship is secured in a port

Examples:

The ship found the perfect berth in the crowded harbor.She reserved a cozy berth on the overnight sleeper train.After the concert, they searched for a vacant parking berth.

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Birth

/bɜːθ/
The act or process of being born or coming into existence

Examples:

Becky gave birth to a son during their stay in Paris.I have been connected with his family since my birth.'"The birth of your brother – "

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Remember that a berth relates to boats or sleeping arrangements, often on a ship. This is not associated with people being born.
  • Birth always involves the beginning of life or the process of being born.
  • Think of birth as something related to a birthday, such as the start of someone's life.
  • A berth can be tied to docking, space, or accommodations, but not life events.
  • When you see th at the end, think of ships or beds for berth or new beginnings for birth.
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