What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
peppers
Example
I love adding peppers to my stir-fry for some extra flavor. [peppers: noun]
Example
She peppers her speech with jokes to keep the audience engaged. [peppers: verb]
jalapeno
Example
I can't handle the heat of jalapenos, but my husband loves them on his pizza. [jalapenos: noun]
Example
She jalapenoed her salsa to give it an extra kick. [jalapenoed: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Peppers is a more common term than jalapeno as it refers to a broader category of vegetables. Jalapeno is a specific type of pepper and is more commonly used in Mexican cuisine.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between peppers and jalapeno?
Both peppers and jalapeno are informal terms and can be used in casual conversation or writing. However, if used in a formal context, it is better to use the scientific names of the peppers, such as Capsicum annuum for peppers and Capsicum annuum var. jalapeno for jalapeno.
