What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hommage
Example
The artist's latest exhibition is an hommage to her late grandmother. [hommage: noun]
Example
He paid hommage to his mentor by dedicating his book to him. [hommage: verb]
tribute
Example
The concert was a tribute to the legendary musician who passed away last year. [tribute: noun]
Example
She paid tribute to her parents for their unwavering support throughout her career. [tribute: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Tribute is more commonly used than hommage in everyday language, especially in English-speaking countries.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hommage and tribute?
Tribute is generally considered more formal than hommage, making it more appropriate for official or public contexts.
