What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
neurone
Example
The neurones in the brain are responsible for transmitting information between different parts of the body. [neurone: noun]
Example
The electrical impulses generated by neurones allow us to move our muscles and sense the world around us. [neurones: plural noun]
neuron
Example
The neuron is the fundamental building block of the nervous system. [neuron: noun]
Example
Neurons communicate with each other through synapses, which allow them to transmit information across the nervous system. [neurons: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Neuron is more commonly used than neurone in scientific and academic contexts, as well as in American English. However, neurone is still commonly used in British English and everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between neurone and neuron?
Neuron is considered more formal than neurone, making it more appropriate for use in scientific and academic contexts.
