What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
seeds
Example
I planted some tomato seeds in my garden. [seeds: noun]
Example
The seeds of the maple tree are dispersed by the wind. [seeds: noun]
Example
She picked out the watermelon seeds before eating it. [seeds: noun]
embryos
Example
The embryos of the fish are developing in the eggs. [embryos: noun]
Example
The veterinarian checked the embryo of the pregnant cat. [embryo: noun]
Example
The company is still in the embryo stage of their new product. [embryo: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Seeds are more commonly used than embryos in everyday language, especially in gardening and cooking contexts. Embryos are more commonly used in scientific and medical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between seeds and embryos?
Embryos are generally more formal than seeds, as they are often used in scientific and medical research. Seeds can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
