Definitions
- Referring to a small room or area near the kitchen where food and dishes are stored. - Talking about a serving area or counter in a dining room or restaurant. - Describing a partition or screen that separates one area from another.
- Referring to a small room or closet near the kitchen where food and dishes are stored. - Talking about a storage area for food, dishes, and utensils in a home or restaurant. - Describing a cupboard or cabinet used for storing food items.
List of Similarities
- 1Both spence and pantry refer to a storage area for food and dishes.
- 2Both are typically located near the kitchen.
- 3Both can be used to store dry ingredients and canned goods.
- 4Both are commonly found in homes and restaurants.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Spence is less common and may be unfamiliar to some English speakers, while pantry is more widely used.
- 2Size: Spence is typically smaller than a pantry.
- 3Location: Spence is often located closer to the dining area, while pantry is closer to the kitchen.
Remember this!
Spence and pantry are both words that refer to a storage area for food and dishes, typically located near the kitchen. However, spence is a less common term that originated in Scotland and may be unfamiliar to some English speakers. It is often smaller than a pantry and may be located closer to the dining area. Pantry, on the other hand, is a more widely used term with Latin roots and is typically larger than a spence. It is usually located closer to the kitchen.
