What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hogs
Example
The farmer raises hogs on his farm. [hogs: noun]
Example
The hog was so big that it took two people to carry it. [hog: noun]
pig
Example
The piglet was so cute and small. [piglet: noun]
Example
The farmer feeds his pigs twice a day. [pigs: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pig is a more commonly used term than hog in everyday language, as it is a more general term that can refer to pigs of any age or size. Hog is more commonly used in the context of meat production or farming.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hogs and pig?
Neither hog nor pig is particularly formal or informal, and both can be used in a variety of contexts without sounding out of place.
