What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
tomahawk
Example
The warrior carried a tomahawk on his belt. [tomahawk: noun]
Example
He used the tomahawk to chop down the tree. [tomahawk: verb]
axe
Example
He swung the axe to split the logs. [axe: noun]
Example
She axed the old furniture to make room for the new. [axed: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Axe is more commonly used than tomahawk in everyday language, especially in the context of woodworking and construction. Tomahawk is less common and is often used in historical or cultural contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between tomahawk and axe?
Both tomahawk and axe are generally informal words, but axe can be used in more formal contexts when referring to its literal meaning as a tool for chopping or cutting.
