What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
blinker
Example
The driver forgot to turn on the blinker before making a right turn. [blinker: noun]
Example
She has a condition that causes her to blinker more often than usual. [blinker: verb]
winker
Example
He gave her a winker to let her know he was joking. [winker: noun]
Example
The car's winker was not working properly, causing confusion for other drivers. [winker: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Blinker is more commonly used than winker when referring to the device on a vehicle that indicates a change in direction. Winker is less common and may be considered more informal or colloquial.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between blinker and winker?
While blinker is the more formal and widely accepted term, winker is less formal and may have a playful or flirtatious connotation when referring to a person.
