What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
click
Example
I heard a click when I pressed the power button. [click: noun]
Example
Click on the link to open the webpage. [click: verb]
tick
Example
The clock made a loud tick every second. [tick: noun]
Example
Tick off the items on your to-do list as you complete them. [tick: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Click is more commonly used than tick in everyday language, especially in technology-related contexts. Tick is more specific and commonly used in time-related or list-checking contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between click and tick?
Both click and tick can be used in both formal and informal contexts. However, click is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of formality levels, including casual conversations and formal writing.
