Accept vs Except

Accept means to receive, agree to or approve something.

  • She accepted the offer.
  • I accept your apology.
  • He accepted the invitation.

Except means excluding or leaving something out.

  • Everyone came except Ali.
  • I like all fruit except bananas.
  • The shop is open every day except Sunday.

Easy way to remember

Accept = receive or agree.
Except = leave out.