What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
row
Example
The students were arranged in a row for the class photo. [row: noun]
Example
She rowed the boat across the lake. [rowed: verb]
line
Example
Draw a line from point A to point B. [line: noun]
Example
We had to wait in line for tickets to the concert. [line: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Line is more commonly used than row in everyday language. Line is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while row is less common and usually used in specific situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between row and line?
Both row and line can be used in formal and informal contexts, but line is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
