What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pigs
Example
The farmer raises pigs on his farm. [pigs: noun]
Example
Don't be such a pig and leave some food for others. [pig: noun]
Example
The room was a pigsty after the party. [pig: adjective]
hog
Example
The farmer has a hog farm. [hog: noun]
Example
Don't hog all the popcorn, share it with others. [hog: verb]
Example
He rides a Harley Davidson hog. [hog: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pig is more commonly used than hog in everyday language, especially when referring to the animal itself. Hog is more specific and less common, often used to describe the meat or the motorcycle.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pigs and hog?
Pig is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while hog is more informal and may not be appropriate in formal settings.
