Stationary vs Stationery

Stationary vs Stationery

Rule

Stationary vs Stationery

Stationary is an ADJECTIVE = Means not moving or not intended to be moved.
“The bus was stationary for a long time.”
Stationery is a NOUN = Refers to writing accessories and other office materials.
“I love floral stationery.”

Check yourself

1.

Please put the new pens in the ___________ drawer.
Response options:
- stationery
- stationary
2.

My car was in a __________ position when the motorcyclist crashed into me.
Response options:
- stationery
- stationary
3.

Jack loved to buy his girlfriend new ___________.
Response options:
- stationary
- stationery
4.

__________ cars can cause traffic.
Response options:
- stationery
- stationary
5.

Which do you prefer, floral or plain ____________?
Response options:
- stationary
- stationery

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