What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
haemorrhage
Example
The patient was rushed to the hospital due to haemorrhage. [haemorrhage: noun]
Example
The wound continued to haemorrhage despite the application of pressure. [haemorrhage: verb]
hemorrhage
Example
The patient was diagnosed with hemorrhage after the accident. [hemorrhage: noun]
Example
The wound continued to hemorrhage despite the application of pressure. [hemorrhage: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hemorrhage is more commonly used in American English, while haemorrhage is more commonly used in British English. However, both words are equally valid and interchangeable in medical contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between haemorrhage and hemorrhage?
Both haemorrhage and hemorrhage are formal words that are typically used in medical contexts. They are not commonly used in everyday language and are reserved for situations that require precise medical terminology.
