What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
error
Example
I made an error in my calculations and got the wrong answer. [error: noun]
Example
The software has an error that causes it to crash frequently. [error: noun]
flaw
Example
The diamond had a flaw that made it less valuable. [flaw: noun]
Example
His stubbornness is a major flaw in his personality. [flaw: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Error is more commonly used in technical or professional contexts, while flaw is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between error and flaw?
Both error and flaw are neutral in terms of formality, but error is more commonly used in technical or professional contexts, which may make it seem more formal.
