What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
flapdoodle
Example
Don't listen to his flapdoodle, he doesn't know what he's talking about. [flapdoodle: noun]
Example
She dismissed his argument as mere flapdoodle. [flapdoodle: adjective]
rubbish
Example
The movie was complete rubbish, I wouldn't recommend it. [rubbish: noun]
Example
He spouted a lot of rubbish about his qualifications. [rubbish: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Rubbish is a more common word than flapdoodle in everyday language, and is more widely recognized and used in both British and American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between flapdoodle and rubbish?
Rubbish is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while flapdoodle is more informal and may not be appropriate in formal settings.
