stationary

UK:*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈsteɪʃənəri/US:USA pronunciation: IPA and respellingUSA pronunciation: IPA/ˈsteɪʃəˌnɛri/ ,USA pronunciation: respelling(stāshə ner′ē)

Inflections of 'stationary' (n): npl: stationaries
WordReference Collins English Usage © 2025
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.

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