Stationary and stationery are homophones in English; they are both pronounced /ˈsteɪʃənəri/ but have different spellings and 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.
Please bring me some envelopes from the office stationery cupboard.
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