What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disc
Example
I burned the photos onto a disc so I can give them to you. [disc: noun]
Example
The movie is available on both DVD and Blu-ray disc. [disc: noun]
Example
We played a game of frisbee in the park. [disc: noun]
record
Example
I found an old vinyl record at the thrift store. [record: noun]
Example
The Beatles' White Album is one of the best-selling records of all time. [record: noun]
Example
Please record the meeting minutes for us. [record: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disc is more commonly used than record in everyday language, especially in the context of digital storage and entertainment. Record is less common and mainly used in the context of music.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between disc and record?
Both disc and record are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
