What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hake
Example
I ordered the hake fillet for dinner. [hake: noun]
Example
The recipe calls for hake, but you can substitute it with cod. [hake: noun]
cod
Example
I caught a cod while fishing in the ocean. [cod: noun]
Example
The restaurant serves delicious cod tacos. [cod: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Cod is more commonly used in everyday language and is a more popular ingredient in seafood dishes than hake.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between hake and cod?
Both hake and cod are versatile and can be used in various formality levels, allowing them to be used in both formal and informal contexts.