What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
find
Example
I finally found my keys under the couch. [found: past tense]
Example
Can you help me find my glasses? [find: verb]
spot
Example
I spotted a deer in the woods while hiking. [spotted: past tense]
Example
Can you spot the difference between these two pictures? [spot: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Find is more commonly used than spot in everyday language. Find is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts, while spot is more specific and less common.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between find and spot?
Both find and spot are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
