What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pelure
Example
The pelure of the apple contains many nutrients. [pelure: noun]
Example
He carefully removed the pelure of the hazelnut. [pelure: noun]
Example
The pelure of the wallpaper was peeling off. [pelure: noun]
peel
Example
She used a knife to peel the skin off the potato. [peel: verb]
Example
The orange peel contains essential oils. [peel: noun]
Example
The paint on the wall began to peel off. [peel: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Peel is more commonly used in English than pelure. Peel is versatile and can be used in various contexts, while pelure is less common and may sound more formal.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pelure and peel?
Pelure may sound more formal due to its less common usage, while peel is more casual and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
