What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
overhang
Example
The balcony overhangs the garden, providing a nice view. [overhangs: verb]
Example
The cliff has an overhang that makes it dangerous to climb. [overhang: noun]
protrude
Example
The nail is protruding from the wall, making it difficult to hang anything. [protruding: verb]
Example
The bump on his forehead was protruding and painful. [protruding: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Protrude is more commonly used than overhang in everyday language. Protrude is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while overhang is less common and mainly used in the context of buildings or structures.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between overhang and protrude?
Both overhang and protrude are neutral in terms of formality, and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
