What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
tock
Example
The clock on the wall made a loud tock every time the second hand moved. [tock: noun]
Example
I could hear the tock of the train as it approached the station. [tock: noun]
tick
Example
The clock on the wall made a soft tick every second. [tick: noun]
Example
I found a tick on my dog after we went for a walk in the woods. [tick: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Tick is more commonly used than tock in everyday language due to its versatility and multiple meanings.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between tock and tick?
Both tock and tick are relatively informal words and can be used in casual conversations or writing.
