What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
querying
Example
I am querying the database to find information about the customer's purchase history. [querying: verb]
Example
The journalist is querying the source for more details about the story. [querying: present participle]
retrieval
Example
The software allows for easy retrieval of files and documents. [retrieval: noun]
Example
I need to retrieve my keys from the car. [retrieve: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Querying is more commonly used in technical or database contexts, while retrieval is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between querying and retrieval?
Querying is typically associated with a more formal tone, while retrieval can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
