What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
snap
Example
The twig snapped under my foot as I walked through the forest. [snap: verb]
Example
She snapped her fingers to get the waiter's attention. [snapped: past tense]
Example
He snapped at his colleague when she interrupted him during the meeting. [snapped: past tense]
crack
Example
The ice cracked under the weight of the skater. [crack: verb]
Example
She heard a loud crack of thunder in the distance. [crack: noun]
Example
His joke cracked up the entire room. [cracked: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Snap is more commonly used than crack in everyday language, and it covers a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between snap and crack?
Both snap and crack can be used in informal and formal contexts, but crack may be considered more formal due to its association with clever or witty remarks.
