Leak-Leek | Commonly Confused Words

Leak

/liːk/

A situation where liquid or gas gets out of a container through a hole or crack.

The roof leaks.Oh, God, not even to take a leak in private... .Her leak had been patched, a new topsail and mast concocted.

This word has no antonyms

/liːk/

A type of vegetable related to onions, with a long white shaft and broad green leaves.

I added slices of leek to the vegetable soup.Sautéed leeks make a perfect side for roasted chicken.Her salad featured crispy leeks and vinaigrette.

This word has no antonyms

Remember, leak has an a, like in water, which can leak from pipes or containers.
Leek is a vegetable, and both leek and vegetable start with the same letter sequence l-e.
A leak can cause trouble with damage, while a leek is something you can eat.
Think of leak with leaky roof to recall it often involves water or fluids.
A leek is often associated with cooking or gardening, reminding you it's something grown and harvested.