What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
crosshatching
Example
The artist used crosshatching to create the shadows on the face. [crosshatching: noun]
Example
She crosshatched the background to give it more texture. [crosshatched: verb, past tense]
hatching
Example
The illustrator used hatching to create the shadows on the character's face. [hatching: noun]
Example
He hatched the background to give it more texture. [hatched: verb, past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hatching is more commonly used than crosshatching in everyday language, especially in the context of drawing. However, both terms are widely used in the art world.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between crosshatching and hatching?
Both crosshatching and hatching are formal terms used in the art world and are not typically used in everyday conversation.
