What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
tiddler
Example
The pond was full of tiddlers swimming around. [tiddler: noun]
Example
My little sister is still a tiddler, she's only three years old. [tiddler: noun]
Example
That's just a tiddler problem, don't worry about it too much. [tiddler: adjective]
minnow
Example
We caught a bunch of minnows in the creek while fishing. [minnow: noun]
Example
He's just a minnow in the company, not really important. [minnow: noun]
Example
She played a minnow role in the movie, but it was still exciting for her. [minnow: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Minnow is more commonly used than tiddler in everyday language, especially in American English. Tiddler is less common and may not be familiar to non-British English speakers.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between tiddler and minnow?
Both tiddler and minnow are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
