B2
stake vs steak
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| stakenoun/steɪk/ | Meaning a share of a company that you own, or an interest in whether something succeeds | Goes with stake in | Example The bank bought a twenty percent stake in the fintech start-up. |
| steaknoun/steɪk/ | Meaning a thick, flat piece of beef that you cook and eat | Goes with — | Example He ordered a steak with fried potatoes and a green salad. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Workers who own a in the business tend to care more about results.