What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
recognizable
Example
The logo of the company is very recognizable. [recognizable: adjective]
Example
I recognized her from her voice on the phone. [recognized: verb]
discernible
Example
There was a discernible change in his behavior after the incident. [discernible: adjective]
Example
The difference between the two products was barely discernible. [discernible: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Recognizable is more common than discernible in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between recognizable and discernible?
Both recognizable and discernible are formal enough to be used in academic or professional writing, but discernible may be perceived as slightly more formal due to its less frequent usage in everyday language.
