What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
flesh
Example
The flesh of the fish was tender and juicy. [flesh: noun]
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He was tempted by the pleasures of the flesh. [flesh: idiom]
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The novel explores the flesh and blood of human relationships. [flesh: metaphor]
meat
Example
I prefer my meat cooked medium-rare. [meat: noun]
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The article gets to the meat of the issue. [meat: idiom]
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The presentation lacked meat and substance. [meat: metaphor]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Meat is more commonly used than flesh in everyday language, especially when referring to food.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between flesh and meat?
Both flesh and meat can be used in formal and informal contexts, but meat is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of situations.
