What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
chips
Example
I ordered a plate of chips to go with my burger. [chips: noun]
Example
She likes to snack on chips while watching movies. [chips: plural noun]
fries
Example
Can I have a side of fries with my burger, please? [fries: noun]
Example
He loves to dip his fries in mayonnaise. [fries: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fries is more commonly used than chips in American English, especially when referring to the thin, deep-fried potato strips. However, chips is more commonly used in British English to describe both thick and thin slices of potato.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between chips and fries?
Both chips and fries are casual and informal terms that can be used in everyday language, especially in the context of snacks or fast food.
