What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
feet
Example
My feet are sore after walking all day. [feet: noun]
Example
He kicked the ball with his feet. [feet: plural noun]
Example
The table has four feet for support. [feet: plural noun]
paws
Example
The kitten played with a ball of yarn using its paws. [paws: plural noun]
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The dog's paws left muddy prints on the floor. [paws: plural noun]
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The bear's paws were large and powerful. [paws: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Feet is a more common term than paws in everyday language, as it is used to describe the lower extremities of humans as well as animals. Paws is more specific to animals and is less commonly used in everyday conversation.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between feet and paws?
Both feet and paws are neutral terms and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
