What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
angle
Example
The angle between the two walls is 90 degrees. [angle: noun]
Example
She approached the problem from a different angle. [angle: noun]
Example
He angled his body towards the door. [angled: verb]
inclination
Example
I have no inclination to go out tonight. [inclination: noun]
Example
The roof has a steep inclination. [inclination: noun]
Example
She has an inclination towards music. [inclination: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Angle is more commonly used than inclination in everyday language, especially in mathematical or scientific contexts. Inclination is less common but still widely understood and used in certain contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between angle and inclination?
Angle is generally considered more formal than inclination, which is more commonly used in informal or conversational settings.
