What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
coolest
Example
That new jacket you got is the coolest thing I've seen all day. [coolest: adjective]
Example
He's the coolest guy in school, everyone wants to be his friend. [coolest: noun]
hip
Example
Those shoes are so hip, where did you get them? [hip: adjective]
Example
She's really into music and always knows the latest bands, she's so hip. [hip: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Coolest is more commonly used than hip in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between coolest and hip?
Neither coolest nor hip are formal words, and both are best used in casual or informal settings.
