What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
shit
Example
I stepped in dog shit on my way to work. [shit: noun]
Example
Oh shit, I forgot my phone at home. [shit: interjection]
Example
This movie is shit, let's turn it off. [shit: adjective]
crap
Example
I accidentally stepped in dog crap on the sidewalk. [crap: noun]
Example
Aw, crap! I missed my bus. [crap: interjection]
Example
This computer is crap, it keeps freezing. [crap: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crap is more commonly used than shit in everyday language, especially in British English. However, both words are considered informal and vulgar, and should be used with caution.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between shit and crap?
Neither shit nor crap are appropriate for formal situations, and should only be used in casual or informal contexts among friends or peers.
