What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
shipped
Example
The package was shipped from the warehouse yesterday. [shipped: past tense]
Example
The company ships their products worldwide. [ships: present tense]
dispatched
Example
The order was dispatched within 24 hours of purchase. [dispatched: past tense]
Example
The courier dispatched the package to its destination. [dispatched: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Shipped is more commonly used than dispatched in American English, while dispatched is more common in British English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between shipped and dispatched?
Both shipped and dispatched are neutral in tone and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
