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Faun vs. Fawn

Faun

/fɔːn/
A creature from Roman mythology with the body of a man and the horns and legs of a goat.

Examples:

A mischievous faun danced through the enchanting forest.His painting depicted a faun resting by a gurgling stream.The faun played a lively tune on his ancient wooden flute.

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Fawn

/fɔːn/
To give excessive praise, flattery, or affection, usually to gain favor or advantage.

Examples:

The fawn's coat helped it blend into the underbrush.A young fawn pranced gracefully through the meadow.They spotted a fawn nestled under the large oak tree.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Faun is related to mythology and represents creatures that are part human and part goat.
  • Fawn is related to deer and is the term used for young deer.
  • You can remember faun by thinking of the word fantasy, as fauns are mythical creatures.
  • If you see fawn, think of forest, where deer are found.
  • Fauns belong to ancient myths, while fawns belong to the animal kingdom.
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