What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
electrode
Example
The doctor attached an electrode to my chest to monitor my heart rate. [electrode: noun]
Example
The welding electrode melted and fused the two pieces of metal together. [electrode: noun]
terminal
Example
The battery terminal was corroded and needed to be cleaned. [terminal: noun]
Example
We arrived at the airport terminal an hour before our flight. [terminal: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Terminal is more commonly used than electrode in everyday language, due to its broader range of contexts and meanings.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between electrode and terminal?
Electrode is typically associated with technical and scientific language, making it more formal than terminal, which has a wider range of connotations and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
