What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unravelled
Example
The detective finally unravelled the mystery and solved the case. [unravelled: verb]
Example
She carefully unravelled the tangled yarn to use for her knitting project. [unravelled: past tense]
unraveled
Example
The hem of her dress had unraveled, and she needed to sew it back together. [unraveled: past participle]
Example
The company's plans for expansion quickly unraveled due to unforeseen circumstances. [unraveled: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unraveled is more commonly used than unravelled in American English, while unravelled is more commonly used in British English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unravelled and unraveled?
Both unravelled and unraveled are relatively informal words that can be used in casual conversation or writing.
