What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
snicked
Example
He snicked the lock shut and turned to leave. [snicked: past tense]
Example
The chef snicked the vegetables with ease. [snicked: verb]
Example
She heard the snick of the gun and knew she was in trouble. [snick: noun]
click
Example
I heard the click of the camera as he took the photo. [click: noun]
Example
She clicked the mouse to open the file. [clicked: past tense]
Example
The sound of her heels clicking on the pavement echoed through the street. [clicking: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Click is more common than snicked in everyday language and has a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between snicked and click?
Both snicked and click are relatively informal words, but click is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
