What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hynde
Example
The hynde ran through the forest, trying to escape the hunters. [hynde: noun]
Example
The hunters were looking for a mature hynde to hunt. [hynde: adjective]
hind
Example
The hind darted across the field, trying to avoid the hunters. [hind: noun]
Example
The hunters were searching for a mature hind to hunt. [hind: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hind is more commonly used than hynde in modern English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hynde and hind?
While both words are generally considered formal due to their association with hunting and wildlife, hynde may have a slightly more formal or literary connotation due to its archaic spelling and usage.
