What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
included
Example
The package includes a free gift. [includes: verb]
Example
All the necessary equipment is included in the rental fee. [included: past participle]
enclosed
Example
Please find the enclosed documents. [enclosed: adjective]
Example
The garden is enclosed by a fence for privacy. [enclosed: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Included is more common than enclosed in everyday language and is used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between included and enclosed?
Both included and enclosed can be used in formal or informal contexts, but enclosed may have a more formal connotation due to its use in official documents or correspondence.
