What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
bank
Example
We had a picnic by the bank of the river. [bank: noun]
Example
She likes to bank with a local credit union. [bank: verb]
shore
Example
The children built sandcastles on the shore of the beach. [shore: noun]
Example
He tried to shore up the leaning bookshelf with some extra screws. [shore: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Bank is more commonly used than shore in everyday language, especially when referring to financial institutions. Shore is more commonly used in the context of oceans, seas, and supporting or propping something up.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between bank and shore?
While bank can have a more formal or technical connotation, especially when referring to financial institutions, shore has a more natural and casual connotation.
