What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
almirah
Example
She kept her sarees in the almirah. [almirah: noun]
Example
He opened the almirah to take out his favorite book. [almirah: noun]
wardrobe
Example
She organized her shoes neatly in the wardrobe. [wardrobe: noun]
Example
He rummaged through his wardrobe to find a suitable outfit. [wardrobe: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wardrobe is more commonly used than almirah in everyday language, especially in Western countries. Wardrobe is a versatile term that covers a wide range of contexts, while almirah is less common and mainly used in South Asian contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between almirah and wardrobe?
Both almirah and wardrobe are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
