What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
slew
Example
There were a slew of new movies released this weekend. [slew: noun]
Example
The car spun out of control and hit a slew of other vehicles. [slew: adjective]
Example
He had a slew of different job offers to choose from. [slew: noun]
heap
Example
She dumped a heap of clothes on the bed. [heap: noun]
Example
He heaped praise on his team for their hard work. [heaped: verb]
Example
The room was filled with a heap of junk and clutter. [heap: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Heap is more commonly used than slew in everyday language, especially in British English. Slew is less common and tends to be used in more formal or technical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between slew and heap?
Slew is typically associated with a more formal tone, while heap is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
