What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
toggle
Example
Please toggle the switch to turn on the lights. [toggle: verb]
Example
You can toggle between dark mode and light mode in the app settings. [toggle: verb]
Example
The toggle mechanism controls the movement of the machine parts. [toggle: noun]
lever
Example
Use the lever to lift the heavy box. [lever: noun]
Example
She pulled the lever to start the engine. [lever: noun]
Example
He levered the door open with a crowbar. [levered: past tense verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Lever is more commonly used than toggle in everyday language, especially in mechanical or industrial contexts. Toggle is more commonly used in digital interfaces or software applications.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between toggle and lever?
Both toggle and lever are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
