What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nuts
Example
I love snacking on mixed nuts. [nuts: noun]
Example
He's gone nuts with his new hobby. [nuts: adjective]
Example
The engine is making a strange noise, it must be nuts. [nuts: slang]
crazy
Example
She was diagnosed with a crazy disorder. [crazy: adjective]
Example
The party last night was crazy! [crazy: adjective]
Example
I'm crazy about chocolate ice cream. [crazy: preposition]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crazy is more commonly used than nuts in everyday language, especially in British English. Crazy is also more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between nuts and crazy?
Crazy is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while nuts is more informal and may not be appropriate in formal settings.
