What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
shonde
Example
It's a shonde to cheat on an exam. [shonde: noun]
Example
He brought shonde to his family by stealing from his employer. [shonde: noun]
disgrace
Example
His behavior at the party was a disgrace to his family. [disgrace: noun]
Example
She felt disgraced by her actions and apologized. [disgraced: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disgrace is more commonly used in everyday English than shonde, which is more specific to Jewish communities and less widely known.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between shonde and disgrace?
Both shonde and disgrace can be used in formal and informal contexts, but disgrace is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of situations and settings.
