What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
donut
Example
I had a chocolate glazed donut for breakfast this morning. [donut: noun]
Example
She loves to eat donuts with her coffee in the morning. [donuts: plural noun]
fritter
Example
I ordered some apple fritters for dessert. [fritters: plural noun]
Example
She made some zucchini fritters for us to try. [fritters: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Donut is more commonly used than fritter in everyday language, especially in North America. Donuts are a popular breakfast and snack food, while fritters are less common and often associated with specific cuisines or cultures.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between donut and fritter?
Neither donut nor fritter is particularly formal or informal, and both can be used in various contexts without sounding out of place.
