What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
poop
Example
My dog just pooped on the carpet. [pooped: past tense]
Example
I need to go poop before we leave. [poop: verb]
Example
This movie is poop, let's turn it off. [poop: noun]
crap
Example
I stepped in dog crap on my way to work. [crap: noun]
Example
This phone is crap, it keeps freezing. [crap: adjective]
Example
I can't believe I have to work on Saturday, what a load of crap. [crap: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crap is more commonly used than poop in everyday language, especially in British English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between poop and crap?
Neither poop nor crap are formal words and should be avoided in formal settings. However, poop can be seen as less vulgar and more acceptable in casual conversations among friends or family members.
