What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
part
Example
I played a part in organizing the event. [part: noun]
Example
The cake was divided into equal parts. [parts: noun]
fraction
Example
Only a fraction of the students passed the exam. [fraction: noun]
Example
She received only a fraction of the total prize money. [fraction: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Part is more commonly used than fraction in everyday language. Part is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while fraction is more technical and specific to mathematical or scientific contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between part and fraction?
Both part and fraction are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
