What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
rectangular
Example
The table is rectangular in shape. [rectangular: adjective]
Example
The room has a rectangular layout. [rectangular: adjective]
square
Example
The tile is square in shape. [square: adjective]
Example
The garden has a square plot. [square: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Rectangle is more commonly used than square in everyday language. Rectangle is a more general term that covers a wider range of shapes, while square is a specific type of rectangle with equal length sides.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between rectangular and square?
Both rectangular and square can be used in formal and informal contexts, but square may be more commonly used in technical or mathematical contexts due to its precise and symmetrical nature.
