What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
bull
Example
The bull in the field was grazing peacefully. [bull: noun]
Example
He has a bull-like personality, always dominating conversations. [bull: adjective]
Example
The stock market is currently experiencing a bull run. [bull: noun]
steer
Example
The farmer raised steers for beef production. [steer: noun]
Example
She skillfully steered the conversation towards a more positive topic. [steered: past tense verb]
Example
He is a talented musician and serves as a steer for younger musicians. [steer: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Bull is more commonly used than steer in everyday language, especially in the context of referring to male bovine animals. Steer is more specific and less frequently used.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between bull and steer?
Both bull and steer can be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, bull may have a slightly more informal tone when used metaphorically to describe human behavior.
