What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
aluminium
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The airplane was made of aluminium to reduce its weight. [aluminium: noun]
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Aluminium is the third most abundant element in the Earth's crust. [aluminium: noun]
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The aluminium foil was used to wrap the food to keep it fresh. [aluminium: adjective]
aluminum
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The airplane was made of aluminum to reduce its weight. [aluminum: noun]
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Aluminum is the third most abundant element in the Earth's crust. [aluminum: noun]
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The aluminum foil was used to wrap the food to keep it fresh. [aluminum: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Both aluminium and aluminum are commonly used in their respective regions, but aluminum is more commonly used worldwide due to the influence of American English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between aluminium and aluminum?
Both aluminium and aluminum are considered formal words and are used in technical or scientific contexts.
