Module 16, Troublesome Words 2, Lesson 6:

Breath vs. Breathe

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"Breath" is the noun pronounced to rhyme with death. Example: I lost my breath.

"Breathe" is the verb pronounced as to rhyme with sheathe. Example: Breathe deeply.

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Directions:
Click the word that correctly completes each sentence.
1.
It is so cold I can see my (breath) (breathe).
2.
The doctor said to (breath) (breathe) deeply.
3.
Take these mints to help your (breath) (breathe).
4.
The speaker drew a long (breath) (breathe) before starting to talk.
5.
The good news was a (breath) (breathe) of fresh air.
6.
Our (breath) (breathe) condensed on the car windshield.
7.
Attempt to (breath) (breathe) through your nose.
8.
The cold made it difficult for her to (breath) (breathe).
9.
The patient's chest rose and he began to (breath) (breathe).
10.
I love to (breath) (breathe) the fresh mountain air.
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