What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
cheaply
Example
I bought this shirt cheaply during the sale. [cheaply: adverb]
Example
She managed to travel cheaply by staying in budget accommodations. [cheaply: adverb]
inexpensively
Example
You can decorate your home inexpensively by shopping at thrift stores. [inexpensively: adverb]
Example
They were able to eat out inexpensively by choosing affordable restaurants. [inexpensively: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Cheaply is more commonly used than inexpensively in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between cheaply and inexpensively?
Inexpensively is considered slightly more formal than cheaply, making it more suitable for formal writing or situations.
