What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
lower
Example
Please lower your voice, people are trying to work. [lower: verb]
Example
The company decided to lower their prices to attract more customers. [lower: verb]
drop
Example
I accidentally dropped my phone and cracked the screen. [dropped: past tense]
Example
The temperature dropped significantly overnight. [dropped: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Lower is more commonly used than drop in everyday language. Lower is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while drop is more specific and often used in limited contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between lower and drop?
Both lower and drop are neutral in tone and can be used in formal and informal contexts.
