What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
clipper
Example
The clipper ship glided through the water with grace and speed. [clipper: noun]
Example
I need to use the hair clipper to trim my hair. [clipper: noun]
schooner
Example
The schooner sailed across the ocean with its majestic sails. [schooner: noun]
Example
I ordered a pint of beer and it came in a schooner glass. [schooner: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Clipper is more commonly used in everyday language, especially in the context of hair cutting tools. Schooner is less common and is mainly used in the context of sailing ships or glassware.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between clipper and schooner?
Both clipper and schooner can be used in informal contexts. However, clipper can also be used in formal settings when referring to transportation or historical ships.
