What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
bratty
Example
The bratty child refused to share his toys with the other kids. [bratty: adjective]
Example
She always acts bratty when she doesn't get her way. [bratty: adverb]
spoiled
Example
He's a spoiled child who always gets whatever he wants. [spoiled: adjective]
Example
She has become spoiled because her parents never say no to her. [spoiled: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Spoiled is more commonly used than bratty in everyday language. Spoiled is a versatile term that can be applied to people of any age, while bratty is more commonly used to describe children or teenagers.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between bratty and spoiled?
Both bratty and spoiled are informal words, but spoiled can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while bratty is more commonly used in casual conversations or informal writing.
