What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
fabric
Example
The dress was made from a soft and lightweight fabric. [fabric: noun]
Example
She spent hours browsing through the different fabrics at the store. [fabrics: plural noun]
textile
Example
The textile factory produces a wide range of fabrics for different purposes. [textile: noun]
Example
She studied textile design in college and now works for a fashion company. [textile: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fabric is more commonly used than textile in everyday language, especially when referring to specific types of cloth or materials. Textile is more commonly used in technical or industrial contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between fabric and textile?
Textile is generally considered more formal and technical than fabric, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
