What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
inked
Example
She just got inked yesterday and is still healing. [inked: past participle]
Example
I'm thinking of getting inked on my forearm with a meaningful quote. [inked: verb]
tattooed
Example
He's heavily tattooed and has a sleeve on his left arm. [tattooed: adjective]
Example
She's planning on getting tattooed next month with a design of her favorite animal. [tattooed: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Tattooed is more commonly used than inked in everyday language, especially in British English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between inked and tattooed?
Tattooed is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while inked is more colloquial and informal in nature.
