What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mitten
Example
She wore a pair of cozy mittens to keep her hands warm. [mittens: noun]
Example
He lost one of his mittens while playing in the snow. [mittens: plural noun]
mitt
Example
The catcher put on his mitt and got ready for the pitch. [mitt: noun]
Example
She wore a mitt to protect her hand while lifting weights. [mitt: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Mitten is more commonly used than mitt in everyday language, especially in the context of winter and cold weather. Mitt is more specialized and is mostly used in sports or cooking contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between mitten and mitt?
Both mitten and mitt are casual and informal words, suitable for everyday conversation and informal writing.
