What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
trapping
Example
The hunter set up traps to catch rabbits. [traps: noun]
Example
She felt like she was trapped in a dead-end job. [trapped: verb]
decoration
Example
She spent hours decorating the cake with frosting and sprinkles. [decorating: verb]
Example
The room was filled with colorful decorations for the party. [decorations: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Decoration is more commonly used than trapping in everyday language. Decoration is a versatile word that can be used in a wide range of contexts, while trapping is more specific and often used in the context of hunting or survival.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between trapping and decoration?
Both trapping and decoration can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but decoration is generally more associated with formal or artistic contexts, while trapping is more associated with informal or survival contexts.
