What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mashed
Example
I mashed the potatoes with butter and milk until they were creamy. [mashed: verb]
Example
The baby enjoyed eating the mashed banana for breakfast. [mashed: adjective]
smashed
Example
The vase fell off the table and smashed into a million pieces. [smashed: verb]
Example
He smashed the ball with his racket and won the game. [smashed: verb]
Example
After drinking too much at the party, he was completely smashed. [smashed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Mashed is more commonly used than smashed in everyday language, especially in the context of food preparation. Smashed is less common and is often used in informal or slang contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between mashed and smashed?
Mashed is generally considered more formal than smashed, which is often used in informal or slang contexts. However, both words can be used in various levels of formality depending on the context.
