What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
curb
Example
The car hit the curb and damaged the tire. [curb: noun]
Example
She tried to curb her spending by creating a budget. [curb: verb]
kerb
Example
The children played on the pavement next to the kerb. [kerb: noun]
Example
The garden path was lined with decorative kerbs. [kerbs: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Curb is more common in everyday language, especially in American English. Kerb is less common and primarily used in British English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between curb and kerb?
Both curb and kerb are relatively informal words and can be used in casual conversation or writing.
