What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
safe
Example
The children are safe inside the house. [safe: adjective]
Example
She made sure to keep her valuables in a safe place. [safe: noun]
unharmed
Example
Thankfully, everyone emerged from the accident unharmed. [unharmed: adjective]
Example
The building was unharmed by the storm. [unharmed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Safe is more commonly used than unharmed in everyday language, and it is more versatile in terms of usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between safe and unharmed?
Safe is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while unharmed is less common and may be more appropriate for formal writing.
