What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
turn
Example
Turn left at the next intersection. [turn: verb]
Example
She took a turn around the dance floor with her partner. [turn: noun]
swerve
Example
The driver swerved to avoid hitting the deer on the road. [swerved: past tense]
Example
Her mood swerved from happy to angry in an instant. [swerved: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Turn is more commonly used than swerve in everyday language, as it covers a wider range of contexts and is more versatile. Swerve is more specific and often used in the context of driving or avoiding danger.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between turn and swerve?
Both turn and swerve are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
