What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nonary
Example
The nonary code consists of nine digits. [nonary: adjective]
Example
The team was composed of a nonary of players. [nonary: noun]
novenary
Example
The novenary system is used in some cultures for counting. [novenary: adjective]
Example
The novenary of planets in our solar system includes Earth. [novenary: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Nonary is more commonly used than novenary in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nonary and novenary?
Nonary is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts. On the other hand, novenary may be considered archaic and may not be suitable for formal contexts.
