What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
loud
Example
The concert was so loud that my ears were ringing. [loud: adjective]
Example
She spoke loud enough for everyone in the room to hear her. [loud: adverb]
noisy
Example
The construction site next door is very noisy. [noisy: adjective]
Example
The children were being very noisy during the movie. [noisy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Loud is more commonly used than noisy in everyday language. Loud is a versatile word that can be used in many contexts, while noisy is more specific and often used to describe negative situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between loud and noisy?
Both loud and noisy are informal words, but loud can be used in more formal contexts when describing sound levels or acoustics.
