What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
speechless
Example
I was so speechless when I saw the Grand Canyon for the first time. [speechless: adjective]
Example
The news of his sudden death left me completely speechless. [speechless: adjective]
wordless
Example
The movie's final scene was so powerful and emotional that it left me completely wordless. [wordless: adjective]
Example
The instrumental piece was so beautiful that it conveyed more emotion than any words could. [wordless: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Speechless is more commonly used than wordless in everyday language. Speechless is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while wordless is less common and more specific in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between speechless and wordless?
Both speechless and wordless are relatively informal words that can be used in casual conversation or writing.
