The word affect is a verb. Use affect to show action.
The rain will affect our game today.
Don’t let your anger affect the outcome of the project.
Repeated loud noises may affect your hearing.
The word effect is a noun. Use the word effect when talking about the result of an action.
The wind had a negative effect on our pickleball game today.
A good night’s sleep had a positive effect on my school day.
One effect of last night’s rain is the flooded roads.
Use the word effect as a noun. Use the word affect to show action.
▶It’s your turn. Decide whether to use affect or effect in this sentence. Poor nutrition may ____ your stamina in the race. Did you figure it out? Good for you!