What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
tabled
Example
The committee tabled the proposal until the next meeting. [tabled: verb]
Example
The discussion was tabled due to time constraints. [tabled: past participle]
postpone
Example
The concert was postponed due to bad weather. [postponed: verb]
Example
I had to postpone my dentist appointment until next week. [postpone: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Postpone is more commonly used than tabled in everyday language, especially in British English. Tabled is more specific and less commonly used, often in formal contexts such as meetings or parliamentary procedures.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between tabled and postpone?
Tabled is typically associated with formal contexts and is often used in parliamentary procedures or official meetings. Postpone, on the other hand, is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, making it a more common choice in everyday language.
