The words “stationary” and “stationery” might look similar, but they have different meanings. Let’s break it down in a simple way.

Stationary:

“Stationary” means not moving or staying in one place. Think of “stationary” as something that doesn’t change its position.
Examples of Stationary:

1. The car was stationary at the red traffic light.
2. The bicycle remained stationary in the garage.
3. The toy robot stopped and became stationary on the floor.

Stationery:

“Stationery” refers to writing materials like paper, pens, and envelopes. These are things you use to write or draw.
Examples of Stationery:

1. I bought some stationery for school: pencils, notebooks, and erasers.
2. She wrote a letter using the beautiful stationery she had.
3. The office supply store sells various types of stationery, including paper and markers.

So, in simple terms:

• Stationary means not moving, like a stopped car or a still toy.
• Stationery is about writing tools and paper that you use for drawing or writing.

Remember:

• Stationary has an “a” like “at rest.”
• Stationery has an “e” like “envelope.”

Both words are different and used in different situations. One is about not moving, and the other is about writing tools and paper.

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