What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
edible
Example
The berries on this tree are edible. [edible: adjective]
Example
The chef made sure to use only edible ingredients in the dish. [edible: adjective]
eatable
Example
The soup was very tasty and eatable. [eatable: adjective]
Example
I'm not sure if this mushroom is eatable or poisonous. [eatable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Edible is more commonly used than eatable in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between edible and eatable?
Edible is more formal than eatable and is often used in scientific or technical contexts.
