What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
dingus
Example
Can you hand me that dingus over there? [dingus: noun]
Example
I'm not sure what this dingus does, but it looks interesting. [dingus: pronoun]
thingamajig
Example
I need to fix this thingamajig before I can use it. [thingamajig: noun]
Example
Can you pass me the thingamajig with the red handle? [thingamajig: pronoun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Thingamajig is more commonly used than dingus in everyday language, and is more likely to be understood by a wider audience.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between dingus and thingamajig?
Neither dingus nor thingamajig are considered formal words, and are more appropriate for casual or informal conversations.
