What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
substruct
Example
You need to substruct the cost of materials from the total budget. [substruct: verb]
Example
The teacher asked the students to substruct the smaller number from the larger one. [substruct: verb]
subtract
Example
Please subtract the tax from the total amount. [subtract: verb]
Example
Can you subtract 7 from 15 and tell me the answer? [subtract: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Subtract is more commonly used than substruct in everyday language and is the preferred term in modern English.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between substruct and subtract?
Subtract is considered more formal and academic than substruct, which is more informal and less commonly used.
