What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
thatch
Example
The cottage had a beautiful thatched roof made of straw. [thatched: adjective]
Example
The workers spent the day thatching the roof of the barn. [thatching: gerund or present participle]
thack
Example
The old farmhouse had a thack roof made of heather. [thack: noun]
Example
We need to thack the roof before the winter comes. [thack: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Thatch is more commonly used than thack in everyday language and is more versatile in its usage.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between thatch and thack?
Both thatch and thack are associated with traditional building styles and may be used in informal or formal contexts depending on the situation. However, thatch is more widely recognized and used, making it a safer choice in formal settings.
