Definitions
- Referring to a traditional African enclosure for livestock. - Talking about a circular or enclosed area for keeping animals. - Describing a pen or enclosure for domestic animals such as goats, sheep, or cattle.
- Referring to a fenced area for holding livestock, especially in North America. - Talking about a pen or enclosure for horses or other large animals. - Describing an area used for rounding up or capturing animals.
List of Similarities
- 1Both kraal and corral refer to enclosed areas for keeping animals.
- 2Both can be used as nouns or verbs.
- 3Both are associated with farming and animal husbandry.
- 4Both can be used to describe temporary or permanent enclosures.
- 5Both can be used to contain animals for safety or transport.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Kraal is more commonly used in Southern and Eastern Africa, while corral is more commonly used in North America.
- 2Animals: Kraal is typically used for domestic animals such as goats, sheep, and cattle, while corral is used for larger animals such as horses and cattle.
- 3Shape: Kraal is typically circular or rounded, while corral can be rectangular or square.
- 4Function: Kraal is often used for keeping animals safe from predators, while corral is often used for rounding up or capturing animals.
Remember this!
Kraal and corral are both words that refer to enclosed areas for keeping animals. However, kraal is of African origin and is typically used for domestic animals such as goats, sheep, and cattle in Southern and Eastern Africa. On the other hand, corral is of Spanish origin and is more commonly used in North America for larger animals such as horses and cattle. While kraal is often used for keeping animals safe from predators, corral is often used for rounding up or capturing animals.
