What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
lament
Example
She lamented the loss of her beloved pet. [lamented: past tense verb]
Example
The singer's lament for his lost love moved the audience to tears. [lament: noun]
mourn
Example
The family mourned the passing of their grandfather. [mourned: past tense verb]
Example
The community came together to mourn the victims of the tragedy. [mourn: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Mourn is more commonly used than lament in everyday language, especially in the context of death or tragedy.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between lament and mourn?
Lament is generally considered more formal or poetic than mourn, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
