What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
rundle
Example
I counted each rundle as I climbed the spiral staircase. [rundle: noun]
Example
The rundle on the steering wheel made it easier to grip. [rundle: noun]
rung
Example
He climbed up the ladder, careful not to miss a rung. [rung: noun]
Example
The children played with a hula hoop, spinning it around their waists. [hoop: synonym for rung as a circular band]
Example
The phone rang loudly, startling the cat. [rang: past tense of ring, a verb meaning to make a sound]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Rung is more commonly used than rundle in everyday language, especially in American English. Rundle is less common and may be unfamiliar to some ESL learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between rundle and rung?
Both rundle and rung are relatively formal words and may not be used in casual conversation. However, rung is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts, including idiomatic expressions like 'climb the rungs of the corporate ladder.'
