What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
organellae
Example
The organellae within the cell work together to maintain its function. [organellae: noun]
Example
Scientists study the structure and function of organellae to understand cellular processes. [organellae: noun]
organelle
Example
The mitochondria is an organelle responsible for energy production in the cell. [organelle: noun]
Example
The endoplasmic reticulum is an organelle involved in protein synthesis. [organelle: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Organelle is more commonly used than organellae in scientific contexts and is the preferred term for describing structures within a cell.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between organellae and organelle?
Both organellae and organelle are formal terms used primarily in scientific contexts.
