Definitions
cheep
Cheep is a verb that refers to the high-pitched sound made by a baby bird.
Example
The baby birds cheeped loudly in the nest.
Example
I woke up to the sound of birds cheeping outside my window.
cheap
Cheap is an adjective that means low in price or worth.
Example
I bought this shirt because it was cheap.
Example
The hotel room was cheap, but it wasn't very comfortable.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
- To remember the difference between cheep and cheap, think of the double 'e' in cheep as representing the two baby birds making the sound. - Cheap has an 'a' in it, which can be associated with the word 'affordable'.
Remember this!
Remember, cheep is the sound made by baby birds, while cheap refers to something that is low in price or worth.
