What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gulls
Example
The beach was filled with gulls scavenging for food. [gulls: noun]
Example
The gulls flew overhead in search of fish. [gulls: noun]
seagull
Example
The seagull swooped down to catch a fish. [seagull: noun]
Example
We saw a flock of seagulls on the pier. [seagulls: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Seagull is more commonly used than gull in everyday language. However, both terms are interchangeable in some contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between gulls and seagull?
Both gull and seagull are informal terms and can be used in casual conversation or writing.
