Peace vs Piece at a glance
- peace
/piːs/ · noun
A time with no war or fighting, or a feeling of calm.
- The two countries signed a peace agreement.
- I just want some peace and quiet.
- piece
/piːs/ · noun
A part or bit of something.
- Can I have a piece of cake?
- This puzzle has 1,000 pieces.
How to remember it
A piece of pie: both piece and pie start with p-i-e.
Common mistakes
Wrong: Would you like a peace of pizza?
Right: Would you like a piece of pizza?
Wrong: Leave me in piece!
Right: Leave me in peace!
Quick quiz
1.She gave me a good of advice.
2.Everyone hopes for in the region.
3.Would you like another of toast?
Pick the right word for each gap.