What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
boot
Example
I put my suitcase in the boot of the car. [boot: noun]
Example
He booted the ball across the field. [booted: past tense verb]
trunk
Example
She packed her bags in the trunk of the car. [trunk: noun]
Example
The elephant used its trunk to pick up the food. [trunk: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Trunk is more commonly used than boot in American English, while boot is more common in British English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between boot and trunk?
Both boot and trunk are generally used in informal contexts, such as everyday conversations or casual writing.
