What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
logs
Example
The fireplace needs more logs to keep the fire going. [logs: noun]
Example
He had to use all his strength to lift the heavy logs onto the truck. [logs: noun]
Example
The logs were neatly stacked against the wall, ready to be used for the winter. [logs: noun]
wood
Example
The table was made of solid wood, with a beautiful grain pattern. [wood: noun]
Example
She collected some dry wood from the forest to start a campfire. [wood: noun]
Example
He used a chisel to carve a wooden figurine out of a block of wood. [wooden: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wood is a more commonly used term than logs in everyday language, as it covers a wider range of contexts and applications. Logs are more specific to the context of fuel or building.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between logs and wood?
Both logs and wood can be used in formal or informal contexts, depending on the situation. However, wood may be more versatile and adaptable to different levels of formality, as it can be used in many different contexts.
