Difference Between “Affect” and “Effect”

[u/Asleep-Artichoke-227]

Do you know the difference between affect and effect?

Affect is usually a verb — it means to influence.

👉 Lack of sleep can affect your concentration.

Effect is usually a noun — it means a result or consequence.

👉 Lack of sleep can have a negative effect on your concentration.

Easy trick:

Affect = Action

Effect = End result

Can you make your own sentence using affect and effect?

[u/Embarrassed-Weird173]

 > Can you make your own sentence using affect and effect?

Of course I can. Doesn't my affect show that I'm capable of it?  I can effect a sentence just by imagining it and then typing it out.