What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
jonglery
Example
The circus performer amazed the audience with his jonglery skills. [jonglery: noun]
Example
She practiced jonglery for hours every day to perfect her technique. [jonglery: noun]
juggling
Example
He was able to juggle five balls at once. [juggle: verb]
Example
The street performer drew a crowd with his impressive juggling routine. [juggling: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Juggling is more commonly used than jonglery in everyday language, especially in American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between jonglery and juggling?
Jonglery may have a more formal or old-fashioned connotation, while juggling is a neutral term that can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
