What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
meats
Example
The butcher shop sells a wide variety of meats. [meats: noun]
Example
I prefer my meats cooked medium-rare. [meats: plural noun]
poultry
Example
We had roasted poultry for dinner last night. [poultry: noun]
Example
Poultry is a good source of lean protein. [poultry: uncountable noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Meats are more commonly consumed and available than poultry in many parts of the world, although poultry is still a popular protein source in many cuisines.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between meats and poultry?
Both meats and poultry are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
