What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
crevice
Example
The hiker found a crevice in the mountain where he could rest. [crevice: noun]
Example
The crevice was too small for the insect to crawl through. [crevice: noun]
crack
Example
There was a crack in the vase after it fell off the shelf. [crack: noun]
Example
She cracked the egg open and poured it into the bowl. [cracked: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crack is more commonly used than crevice in everyday language. Crack is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while crevice is less common and refers to a specific type of narrow opening.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between crevice and crack?
Crevice and crack are both neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
