Definitions
- Describing a young frog that has just hatched from an egg. - Referring to a small or juvenile frog that is still developing. - Talking about a baby frog that has not yet fully developed its legs and lungs.
- Describing a tadpole or larval stage of a frog or toad. - Referring to a young amphibian that has not yet developed into a frog or toad. - Talking about a small, aquatic creature with a tail and no legs that will eventually become a frog or toad.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to young or juvenile frogs.
- 2Both words describe a stage in the development of a frog.
- 3Both words are used to describe small, aquatic creatures.
- 4Both words are associated with ponds or bodies of water.
- 5Both words are less commonly used than the word 'frog.'
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Frogling is more commonly used in British English, while polliwog is more commonly used in American English.
- 2Development: Frogling refers to a young frog that has already developed legs and lungs, while polliwog refers to a stage in the development of a frog where it still has a tail and no legs.
- 3Formality: Frogling is a more formal term than polliwog, which is often used in informal contexts.
- 4Connotation: Frogling has a more positive connotation, while polliwog can be associated with slimy or unappealing creatures.
Remember this!
Frogling and polliwog are synonyms that both refer to young or juvenile frogs. However, frogling is more commonly used in British English and refers to a young frog that has already developed legs and lungs. On the other hand, polliwog is more commonly used in American English and refers to a stage in the development of a frog where it still has a tail and no legs.
