What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
twined
Example
The vines twined around the trellis in the garden. [twined: verb]
Example
She twined her fingers together nervously. [twined: verb]
Example
Their fates were twined together from the beginning. [twined: adjective]
coiled
Example
The snake coiled itself around the branch. [coiled: verb]
Example
He coiled the rope neatly on the deck of the boat. [coiled: verb]
Example
The cat was coiled and ready to pounce on its prey. [coiled: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Coiled is more commonly used than twined in everyday language. Coiled is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while twined is less common and has a more specific usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between twined and coiled?
Both twined and coiled are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
