What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
enframe
Example
The artist enframed the painting with a beautiful wooden frame. [enframe: verb]
Example
The photograph was enframed by a border of flowers. [enframed: past participle]
frame
Example
The carpenter built a sturdy frame for the new house. [frame: noun]
Example
She framed the artwork with a simple black frame. [frame: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Frame is more commonly used than enframe in everyday language, and is a versatile word that can be used in a variety of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between enframe and frame?
Enframe has a more formal and artistic connotation, while frame can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
