What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pawnable
Example
The gold necklace is pawnable and can be used to secure a loan. [pawnable: adjective]
Example
He pawned his watch to get some quick cash. [pawned: past tense verb]
pledgeable
Example
The car is pledgeable and can be used as collateral for the loan. [pledgeable: adjective]
Example
She pledged her house as collateral for the business loan. [pledged: past tense verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pawnable is more commonly used than pledgeable in everyday language, especially in the context of pawnbrokers and loans.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pawnable and pledgeable?
Both words are formal in tone and are used in financial contexts, but pledgeable is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of formal settings.
