Cite / Site / Sight
Different meaningsCite a source, visit a site and see a sight.
Cite
Use when
You refer to a source, authority or example.
Example
“Please cite the relevant circular in the submission.”
Site
Use when
You mean a location or place, including a website.
Example
“The team inspected the proposed site.”
Sight
Use when
You mean vision, something seen or the act of seeing.
Example
“Keep the access card in sight during the inspection.”
Quick check
web sight, site a source
Usage note