What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
dap
Example
We always dap each other up before the game. [dap: verb]
Example
After scoring a touchdown, the player did a little dap with his teammates. [dap: noun]
Example
Alright man, I'll dap you up later. [dap: phrasal verb]
pound
Example
Let's pound it out, bro. [pound: verb]
Example
This package weighs two pounds. [pound: noun]
Example
I've been pounding away at this essay for hours. [pounding: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Dap is more commonly used in African American Vernacular English (AAVE) and other informal contexts, while pound is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal settings.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between dap and pound?
While dap is typically associated with a casual and informal tone, pound can be used in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
