What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
kex
Example
I like to have kex with my tea in the afternoon. [kex: noun]
Example
The kex was so hard that it broke my tooth. [kex: noun]
biscuit
Example
I had a chocolate chip biscuit for breakfast this morning. [biscuit: noun]
Example
She made biscuits from scratch using her grandmother's recipe. [biscuits: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Biscuit is more commonly used than kex in everyday language, especially in English-speaking countries. Biscuit is a versatile term that covers a wide range of baked goods, while kex is less common and more specific to Scandinavian countries.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between kex and biscuit?
Both kex and biscuit can be used in informal and formal contexts, depending on the situation and the speaker's preference. However, biscuit is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of formality levels.
