What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hulled
Example
I need to buy some hulled sunflower seeds for the salad. [hulled: adjective]
Example
She spent hours hulling the wheat berries for the bread recipe. [hulling: gerund or present participle]
peeled
Example
He peeled the apple and cut it into slices. [peeled: verb]
Example
The recipe calls for peeled and chopped tomatoes. [peeled: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Peeled is more commonly used than hulled in everyday language. Peeled is a versatile term that can be used in various contexts, while hulled is less common and is mainly used in the context of grains, seeds, and nuts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hulled and peeled?
Both hulled and peeled are neutral terms that can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
