What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
estampede
Example
The crowd began to estampede towards the exit when they heard the loud noise. [estampede: verb]
Example
There was an estampede of shoppers rushing into the store on Black Friday. [estampede: noun]
stampede
Example
The herd of cattle stampeded through the field, knocking down everything in their path. [stampeded: verb]
Example
There was a stampede of fans rushing to get tickets for the concert. [stampede: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Stampede is more commonly used than estampede in everyday language, especially in English-speaking regions.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between estampede and stampede?
Estampede has a slightly more formal tone than stampede, but both words can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
