What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
prong
Example
The fork has four prongs for spearing food. [prongs: noun]
Example
The deer's antlers had several sharp prongs. [prongs: noun]
tine
Example
The fork has four tines for spearing food. [tines: noun]
Example
The deer's antlers had several sharp tines. [tines: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Prong and tine are both relatively common words, but their usage depends on the context. Prong is more commonly used in the context of connectors or forks, while tine is more commonly used in the context of rakes or forks.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between prong and tine?
Both prong and tine are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
