What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
skinhead
Example
He used to be a skinhead in his youth. [skinhead: noun]
Example
The skinhead movement has been associated with racism and violence. [skinhead: adjective]
hooligan
Example
The hooligans caused chaos and destruction after the match. [hooligans: noun]
Example
He was arrested for hooliganism after vandalizing public property. [hooliganism: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hooligan is more commonly used than skinhead in everyday language, especially in the context of football (soccer) fandom and violence. Skinhead is less common and may be associated with a specific subculture or historical context.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between skinhead and hooligan?
Neither skinhead nor hooligan is considered formal language. Both words have negative connotations and are often used in informal or sensationalistic contexts.
