What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
raw
Example
I prefer my steak raw. [raw: adjective]
Example
The raw data needs to be analyzed before we can draw any conclusions. [raw: adjective]
Example
She expressed her raw emotions after the breakup. [raw: adjective]
uncooked
Example
I forgot to cook the rice, so it's still uncooked. [uncooked: adjective]
Example
The uncooked dough needs to be baked in the oven. [uncooked: adjective]
Example
He's uncooked when it comes to public speaking. [uncooked: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Raw is more commonly used than uncooked in everyday language due to its versatility and wider range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between raw and uncooked?
Raw is more commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, while uncooked is mostly used in informal contexts.
