What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
similar
Example
The two dresses are very similar in style and color. [similar: adjective]
Example
The new phone is similar to the old one, but with some upgraded features. [similar: preposition]
corresponding
Example
Each letter of the alphabet has a corresponding sound. [corresponding: adjective]
Example
The increase in sales corresponds to the launch of the new product. [corresponding: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Similar is more commonly used than corresponding in everyday language. Similar is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while corresponding is more specific and often used in technical or formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between similar and corresponding?
Corresponding is generally more formal than similar. It is often used in technical or academic writing to describe specific relationships or connections between things.
