What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
clatty
Example
The kitchen was clatty with unwashed dishes and spilled food. [clatty: adjective]
Example
She always looks clatty with her messy hair and stained clothes. [clatty: adjective]
filthy
Example
The bathroom was filthy, with moldy tiles and a clogged toilet. [filthy: adjective]
Example
He walked into the room with filthy shoes, leaving muddy footprints everywhere. [filthy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Filthy is more commonly used than clatty in everyday language, especially in both British and American English. Filthy has a wider range of usage and is more versatile when describing extreme dirtiness.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between clatty and filthy?
While clatty is associated with a more casual and informal tone, filthy is slightly more formal and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
