What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
curve
Example
The car slowed down as it approached the sharp curve in the road. [curve: noun]
Example
The artist drew a beautiful curve on the canvas. [curve: noun]
turn
Example
He took a sharp turn to avoid hitting the pedestrian. [turn: noun]
Example
She turned the key in the lock and opened the door. [turn: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Turn is more commonly used than curve in everyday language. Turn is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while curve is less common and typically used to describe physical features or movements.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between curve and turn?
Both curve and turn can be used in formal and informal contexts, and neither is more formal than the other.
