What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
marijuana
Example
Marijuana is legal for medical use in some states. [marijuana: noun]
Example
She smokes marijuana to help with her anxiety. [marijuana: noun]
weed
Example
He grows weed in his backyard. [weed: noun]
Example
They smoked some weed at the party last night. [weed: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Weed is more commonly used than marijuana in everyday language, especially in informal settings. However, marijuana is more commonly used in professional or academic settings.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between marijuana and weed?
Marijuana is more formal and commonly used in medical or legal contexts, while weed is more informal and often used in casual conversation.
