What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
giant
Example
The giant elephant towered over the other animals at the zoo. [giant: adjective]
Example
Apple is a giant in the tech industry, with a market capitalization of over $2 trillion. [giant: noun]
Example
The discovery of penicillin was a giant leap forward in medicine. [giant: adjective]
titan
Example
Elon Musk is a titan of the tech industry, with his companies SpaceX and Tesla revolutionizing space travel and electric cars. [titan: noun]
Example
The Titanic was a titan of the sea, but it tragically sank on its maiden voyage. [titan: adjective]
Example
In Greek mythology, Atlas was a titan who held up the sky on his shoulders. [titan: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Giant is more common than titan in everyday language, and is used in a wider range of contexts. Titan is more commonly used in formal or literary contexts, and may not be as familiar to ESL learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between giant and titan?
Titan is generally considered more formal than giant, and is often used in academic or literary writing. Giant is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
