What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
except
Example
Everyone was invited to the party except for John. [except: preposition]
Example
I love all fruits except for bananas. [except: conjunction]
Example
I have finished all my homework, except for the last question. [except: preposition]
omit
Example
Please omit my name from the list of attendees. [omit: verb]
Example
The report omitted important details about the project. [omitted: past participle]
Example
She omitted to mention her previous work experience during the interview. [omit: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Except is more common than omit in everyday language, as it is used in a wider range of contexts and structures.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between except and omit?
Omit is generally considered more formal than except, which is more commonly used in informal contexts.
