What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
monocellular
Example
Bacteria are monocellular organisms. [monocellular: adjective]
Example
The amoeba is a monocellular organism that can move and feed itself. [monocellular: adjective]
unicellular
Example
Protozoa are unicellular organisms. [unicellular: adjective]
Example
Yeast is a unicellular fungus used in baking and brewing. [unicellular: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unicellular is more commonly used than monocellular in everyday language, especially in scientific contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between monocellular and unicellular?
Both monocellular and unicellular are formal terms used primarily in scientific contexts.
