What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
douzaine
Example
I need a douzaine of eggs for the recipe. [douzaine: noun]
Example
The baker made a douzaine of croissants for the morning rush. [douzaine: adjective]
dozen
Example
I bought a dozen roses for my girlfriend. [dozen: noun]
Example
The store sells eggs by the dozen. [dozen: preposition]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Dozen is more commonly used than douzaine in everyday English language. Dozen is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while douzaine is less common and mainly used in French-speaking countries.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between douzaine and dozen?
Both douzaine and dozen are considered neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
