What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gone
Example
He's gone to the store to buy some groceries. [gone: verb]
Example
The cake is gone, someone must have eaten it all. [gone: adjective]
lost
Example
I lost my keys and can't find them anywhere. [lost: verb]
Example
The lost child was reunited with his parents. [lost: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Lost is more commonly used than gone in everyday language. Lost is a versatile word that can be used in various contexts, while gone is less common and has a narrower range of meanings.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between gone and lost?
Both gone and lost are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
