What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hake
Example
I bought some fresh hake from the market to make fish tacos. [hake: noun]
Example
She haked the fish with lemon and herbs before baking it in the oven. [haked: past tense verb]
whiting
Example
The chef recommended using whiting for the fish and chips dish. [whiting: noun]
Example
He whited the fish with breadcrumbs and fried it until crispy. [whited: past tense verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hake and whiting are both relatively common in their respective regions, but hake is more commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine, while whiting is more commonly used in British and Australian cuisine.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hake and whiting?
Both hake and whiting are considered formal words and are appropriate for use in any context, including formal writing and speech.
