What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
tad
Example
Can you add a tad more salt to the soup? [tad: noun]
Example
I'm feeling a tad tired after the long day. [tad: adverb]
dash
Example
Add a dash of cinnamon to the apple pie for extra flavor. [dash: noun]
Example
She dashed across the street to catch the bus. [dashed: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Dash is more commonly used than tad in everyday language, especially in American English. Tad is less common and may be considered old-fashioned or outdated in some contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between tad and dash?
Both tad and dash are informal and casual in tone, but tad may be considered slightly more formal due to its British origins.
