stationary
- stationery
Stationary and stationery are both pronounced /^steɪʃənəri/. However, their meanings are completely different.
‘stationary’
Stationary is an adjective. If a vehicle is stationary, it is not moving.
There was a stationary car in the middle of the street.
Only use the handbrake when your vehicle is stationary.
‘stationery’
Stationery is a noun. It refers to paper, envelopes, pens, and other equipment used for writing.
They sell books and stationery.
Get some envelopes from the office stationery cupboard.