What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sleigh
Example
We went for a ride in a horse-drawn sleigh through the snowy countryside. [sleigh: noun]
Example
The children were excited to see Santa's sleigh in the Christmas parade. [sleigh: noun]
pung
Example
The farmers used a pung to transport their goods to the market in the winter. [pung: noun]
Example
We went for a ride in a pung pulled by a team of horses. [pung: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sleigh is more commonly used than pung in everyday language. Sleigh has a wider range of contexts and is often associated with holiday traditions and winter recreation, while pung is more specific to transportation and rural areas.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between sleigh and pung?
Both sleigh and pung are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
