What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
declutch
Example
Make sure to declutch before shifting gears. [declutch: verb]
Example
The driver forgot to declutch and stalled the car. [declutch: past tense]
unhook
Example
Can you unhook the trailer from the truck? [unhook: verb]
Example
She unhooked her coat from the hanger. [unhooked: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unhook is more commonly used than declutch in everyday language due to its versatility and broader range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between declutch and unhook?
Both declutch and unhook are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
