What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
herd
Example
The herd of cows was grazing in the field. [herd: noun]
Example
The shepherd herded the sheep into the pen. [herded: past tense verb]
Example
The crowd herded towards the exit after the concert. [herded: past participle verb]
group
Example
Our study group meets every Wednesday. [group: noun]
Example
The group of friends went to the beach for the weekend. [group: noun]
Example
The flowers can be grouped according to their color. [grouped: past participle verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Group is more commonly used than herd in everyday language. Group is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while herd is less common and is mostly used in the context of animals.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between herd and group?
Both herd and group can be used in formal and informal contexts, but group is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
