Aisle vs. Isle
The words aisle and isle are very interesting homophones-words that sound the same but that are spelled differently and have a different meaning. These words don't sound at all like they are spelled and are actually pronounced with just a long "i" and an "l" sound-like "I'll." Let's explore aisle and isle so that you will be able to distinguish them and use the correctly in your writing.
Aisle is a noun referring to a passage or walkway between two things-the shelves of a supermarket, the chairs on either side of a church or concert hall, or even between rows of seats on an airplane or other vehicle.
1. When we ride the school bus, we have to keep our feet out of the aisle.
2. The flight attendant brought a cart of drinks and snacks down the aisle of the plane.
3. Morgan leaned across the aisle to whisper something to Danny during class.
Isle is a shortened version of the noun island. It is especially used to refer to a small island.
1. Have you ever been to the Isle of Palm?
2. There were many unique plants and animals on the deserted isle, and the scientists were enjoying themselves.
3. The shipwrecked family swam to a nearby isle to await their rescue.
While these words sound the same, they are very different, so it will not be difficult for you to distinguish their meanings. When you are choosing the correct spelling, you can remember that isle is short for island, and hence, it starts with an "i." Aisles are passageways that separate, or keep apart rows or shelves, so "a" starts aisle and apart.
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