What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
const
Example
In JavaScript, you can use the const keyword to declare a constant variable. [const: keyword]
Example
The const variable is initialized with a value of 10 and cannot be changed later. [const: variable]
immutable
Example
In Python, tuples are immutable data types that cannot be modified once they are created. [immutable: adjective]
Example
The immutable property of the object ensures that its state cannot be changed after creation. [immutable: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Const is more commonly used than immutable in programming languages like JavaScript, C++, and Java. Immutable is more commonly used in languages like Python and Ruby that have built-in support for immutable data types.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between const and immutable?
Both const and immutable are formal terms used in programming and computer science. However, const is more commonly used and more versatile, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
