What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hill
Example
The hikers climbed the hill to reach the top and enjoy the view. [hill: noun]
Example
The car struggled to climb the steep hill in first gear. [hill: noun]
knoll
Example
The picnic blanket was spread out on the knoll under the shade of the trees. [knoll: noun]
Example
The sheep grazed on the grassy knoll in the meadow. [knoll: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hill is more commonly used than knoll in everyday language, and it covers a wider range of contexts. Knoll is less common and more likely to be used in literary or poetic contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hill and knoll?
Both hill and knoll are versatile and can be used in various formality levels, but hill is more commonly used in everyday language and may be considered more neutral or informal, while knoll is less common and may be considered more literary or poetic.
