What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
microform
Example
The library has a collection of microforms containing historical newspapers. [microforms: plural noun]
Example
The company uses microform technology to store and access important documents. [microform: singular noun]
microfilm
Example
The archives contain microfilm copies of important government records. [microfilm: noun]
Example
She spent hours scrolling through microfilm to find the article she needed. [microfilm: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Microfilm is a less common term than microform and may be associated with older technology. However, it is still used in some institutions for archiving and preserving important documents.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between microform and microfilm?
Both microform and microfilm are technical terms that may be more commonly used in formal or academic contexts than in everyday language.
