What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
racquet
Example
She swung her racquet and hit the ball over the net. [racquet: noun]
Example
He is a skilled player with a racquet in his hand. [racquet: noun]
bat
Example
The batter swung the bat and hit a home run. [bat: noun]
Example
He is a talented player with a bat in his hand. [bat: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Bat is more commonly used than racquet in everyday language, especially in sports such as baseball and cricket. Racquet is less common and is mostly used in sports such as tennis and badminton.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between racquet and bat?
Both racquet and bat are considered formal words and are appropriate for use in both formal and informal contexts.
