Definitions
- Describing something that is given or provided for free, without any cost or payment. - Referring to a service or product that is offered without charge or obligation. - Talking about an action or gesture that is done without expecting anything in return.
- Describing something that is given or provided for free, without any cost or payment. - Referring to a service or product that is offered without charge or obligation. - Talking about an action or gesture that is done without expecting anything in return.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words mean 'free' and refer to something that is given without charge or payment.
- 2Both words can be used to describe products, services, or actions that are offered without obligation.
- 3Both words have Latin roots and are commonly used in formal contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Gratuito is more commonly used in Spanish, while gratis is more commonly used in English.
- 2Connotation: Gratuito can imply generosity or goodwill, while gratis can imply a sense of obligation or indebtedness.
- 3Formality: Gratuito is generally considered more formal than gratis, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Remember this!
Gratuito and gratis are synonyms that both mean 'free' and refer to something that is given without charge or payment. However, gratuito is more commonly used in Spanish, while gratis is more commonly used in English. Additionally, gratuito is generally considered more formal and can imply generosity or goodwill, while gratis can imply a sense of obligation or indebtedness.
