"Sense" and "since" are two words that sound similar but have very different meanings and functions in English.
Sense
"Sense" can be a noun or a verb.
As a noun, "sense" refers to:
- A feeling or perception: I have a sense of unease about this decision.
- A faculty of perception: Our sense of smell is very strong.
- Reason or understanding: It makes sense to save money for retirement.
- Meaning or significance: There's no sense in arguing about it.
As a verb, "sense" means:
- To perceive or become aware of: I sensed her hesitation.
- To understand or make sense of: I can't sense the logic behind their argument.
Since
"Since" is a preposition or a conjunction.
As a preposition, "since" indicates a point in time: I've been working here since 2015.
As a conjunction, "since" introduces a clause that explains a reason or consequence: Since you're going to the store, can you pick up some milk?
Here are some examples to illustrate the difference:
- Sense: I have a sense of dread about the upcoming exam.
- Since: I've been feeling anxious since I got the bad news.
In summary:
- Sense relates to perception, understanding, or meaning.
- Since relates to time or a reason/consequence.
