What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
handcuffed
Example
The suspect was handcuffed and taken into custody. [handcuffed: adjective]
Example
The police officer handcuffed the suspect and read him his rights. [handcuffed: verb]
cuffed
Example
The prisoner was cuffed and escorted out of the courtroom. [cuffed: verb]
Example
The suspect was cuffed with zip ties since the police didn't have handcuffs available. [cuffed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Handcuffed is more commonly used than cuffed in everyday language, especially in legal or law enforcement contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between handcuffed and cuffed?
Handcuffed is more formal and commonly used in legal or law enforcement contexts, while cuffed is more informal and can be used in everyday language.
