What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
cradle
Example
The baby was sleeping peacefully in her cradle. [cradle: noun]
Example
She cradled the fragile vase in her arms, careful not to drop it. [cradled: verb]
crib
Example
The baby was crying in her crib, so her mother went to comfort her. [crib: noun]
Example
He was accused of cribbing his essay from an online source. [cribbing: verb]
Example
I keep my extra blankets in a storage crib under the bed. [crib: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crib is more commonly used than cradle in everyday language due to its multiple meanings and uses.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between cradle and crib?
Both cradle and crib are considered informal words, but crib can also have a negative connotation when used to describe plagiarism or cheating.
