What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
drumroll
Example
And the winner is...drumroll...John Smith! [drumroll: noun]
Example
The audience waited with bated breath as the drumroll signaled the start of the performance. [drumroll: noun]
roll
Example
The ball rolled down the hill and into the pond. [rolled: past tense]
Example
Let's roll out the dough to make some cookies. [roll: verb]
Example
The restaurant offers a roll of sushi with various fillings. [roll: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Roll is a more common word than drumroll and can be used in a variety of contexts, making it a versatile word for ESL learners to know.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between drumroll and roll?
Roll is a more versatile word that can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while drumroll is more commonly used in informal settings and has a more dramatic connotation.
