Definitions
- Referring to a package or bundle of items wrapped in paper, cloth, or plastic. - Talking about a shipment of goods sent through the mail or courier service. - Describing a small package or container of food or drink, such as a lunch parcel or tea parcel.
- Referring to a container made of cardboard or paperboard used for packaging and storing goods. - Talking about a specific size or type of container, such as a milk carton or egg carton. - Describing a quantity of items packaged together in a carton, such as a carton of cigarettes or juice boxes.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to containers used for packaging and transporting goods.
- 2Both are made of materials that are lightweight and easy to handle.
- 3Both can be used for storing and organizing items.
- 4Both are commonly used in commercial and residential settings.
- 5Both can be recycled or reused.
What is the difference?
- 1Material: Parcel is typically wrapped in paper or plastic, while carton is made of cardboard or paperboard.
- 2Size: Parcel is often smaller and more compact than carton, which can be larger and more spacious.
- 3Contents: Parcel usually contains a single item or a small number of items, while carton can hold multiple items or a bulk quantity of goods.
- 4Function: Parcel is often used for sending or receiving personal items or gifts, while carton is more commonly used for commercial or industrial purposes.
- 5Shape: Parcel can have various shapes, while carton is typically rectangular or square-shaped.
Remember this!
Parcel and carton are both synonyms for containers used for packaging and transporting goods. However, parcel is typically smaller and wrapped in paper or plastic, while carton is larger and made of cardboard or paperboard. Additionally, parcel is often used for personal items or gifts, while carton is more commonly used for commercial or industrial purposes.
