What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mycelium
Example
The mycelium of the mushroom is responsible for absorbing nutrients from the soil. [mycelium: noun]
Example
The mycelium of the fungus spreads throughout the substrate, breaking down organic matter. [mycelium: noun]
mycelia
Example
The mycelia of the fungi spread throughout the soil, breaking down organic matter. [mycelia: noun]
Example
The mycelia of the mushrooms were intertwined, forming a complex network. [mycelia: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Mycelium is more commonly used than mycelia in scientific contexts and everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between mycelium and mycelia?
Mycelium is more formal than mycelia and is commonly used in scientific contexts.
