What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
referred
Example
The librarian referred me to the history section for my research. [referred: past tense]
Example
He referred to our previous meeting during his presentation. [referred: verb]
Example
The doctor referred to the patient by their last name. [referred: verb]
mention
Example
She mentioned her upcoming vacation during our chat. [mentioned: past tense]
Example
He didn't mention anything about the project deadline in his email. [mention: verb]
Example
The article briefly mentioned the new study's findings. [mentioned: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Mention is more commonly used than referred in everyday language, as it is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between referred and mention?
Referred is more formal than mention, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
