What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unentangle
Example
She tried to unentangle the fishing line from the seaweed. [unentangle: verb]
Example
The detective had to unentangle the web of lies to find the truth. [unentangle: verb]
untangle
Example
I had to untangle my headphones before I could listen to music. [untangle: verb]
Example
The therapist helped her untangle her emotions and thoughts. [untangle: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Untangle is more commonly used than unentangle in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between unentangle and untangle?
Untangle is more formal than unentangle.
