Definitions
Tied is the past tense of the verb 'tie', which means to fasten or secure something with a string, rope, or cord.
Example
She tied her hair in a ponytail.
Example
He tied his shoelaces before going for a run.
Tide is a noun that refers to the regular rise and fall of the sea caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun. It can also refer to a current in a river or a stream.
Example
The tide is high at noon.
Example
The river's tide was too strong for swimming.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
- To remember the difference, think of tied as something that is secured or fastened, like tying a knot. - For tide, think of the ocean's movement, which is caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun.
Remember this!
Remember that tied refers to something being fastened, while tide refers to the movement of the ocean or a river.
