Multiple Meaning Match
- 2nd–4th grade
- Ages 7–10
- Free, no sign-up
Some words have more than one meaning. Your child reads a sentence like "The bat flew out of the cave" and picks the meaning that fits. Each word appears in two sentences with two different meanings.
About the game
| Words | 16 multiple-meaning words, like bat, bark, fall and trunk |
|---|---|
| Sentences | 32, two for each word |
| Levels | 3: two sets of words, then all |
| Sign-up | None. Stars are saved on your device |
How to play
- Read the sentence. Look at the purple word.
- Use the other words. What do they tell you about it?
- Pick the meaning. Tap the one that fits this sentence.
- Learn both meanings. Each answer shows the word's other meaning too.
For parents: what Multiple Meaning Match practices
Multiple Meaning Match teaches kids to use context to pick the right meaning of a word that has more than one, a skill that matters on every reading test. It pairs with:
Common Core: L.2.4 and L.3.4 (determine the meaning of words and phrases), L.4.4a (use context as a clue), L.1.4a.
Getting the most out of it
- Read the whole sentence before you choose.
- Try each meaning in place of the word.
- Make your own two sentences for one word.
Games are best as a reward or a warm-up, not the main lesson. Ten minutes of play after a short lesson works better than an hour of play on its own.
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Last reviewed: November 11, 2026
Questions parents ask
What are multiple-meaning words?
Words that are spelled and said the same but mean different things, like bat.
Are these homophones?
No. Homophones sound the same but are spelled differently, like flour and flower.
Is this game free?
Yes. Every game on English1to5 is free, with no ads, no sign-up and no in-game purchases.
Does the game collect any information about my child?
No. There are no accounts. Progress and scores are saved only in your browser on your own device. See our privacy policy.