What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
bags
Example
She packed her clothes in a suitcase and her toiletries in a bag. [bag: noun]
Example
He bags groceries at the supermarket. [bags: verb]
sack
Example
The farmer filled the sack with potatoes from his harvest. [sack: noun]
Example
They decided to sack the old clothes and donate them to charity. [sack: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Bags is a more common term used in everyday language, while sacks is more specific and less commonly used outside of certain contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between bags and sack?
Bags are generally considered more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while sacks are often associated with a more specialized or technical tone, making them more suitable for formal or specific situations.
