Definitions
- A cylindrical-shaped cup with a handle, often used for drinking hot beverages like coffee or tea. - A large cup with a wide opening and a handle, used for drinking beer or other cold beverages. - A slang term for a person's face, especially when it looks unattractive or unpleasant.
- A large drinking vessel, usually made of metal or ceramic, with a handle and a hinged lid, used for serving beer or ale. - A decorative or commemorative drinking vessel, often made of silver or pewter, with a lid and a handle, used for special occasions or ceremonies. - A large mug or cup, typically made of glass or crystal, used for serving cold beverages like beer or cider.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are drinking vessels with handles.
- 2Both can be used for serving cold beverages like beer or ale.
- 3Both have a wide opening for drinking.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Tankards are typically larger than mugs and can hold more liquid.
- 2Material: Mugs are often made of ceramic or porcelain, while tankards can be made of metal, glass, or crystal.
- 3Design: Tankards are often more ornate and decorative than mugs, which are usually plain and simple in design.
- 4Purpose: Tankards are often used for special occasions or ceremonies, while mugs are more commonly used for everyday drinking.
- 5Lid: Tankards often have a hinged lid to keep the contents from spilling, while mugs do not.
Remember this!
Mug and tankard are both drinking vessels with handles and a wide opening for drinking. However, tankards are typically larger, more ornate, and used for special occasions or ceremonies. Mugs, on the other hand, are simpler in design and more commonly used for everyday drinking.
