What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
vacuole
Example
The vacuole in plant cells helps maintain the cell's shape and structure. [vacuole: noun]
Example
The vacuole stores excess water and nutrients in the plant cell. [vacuole: verb]
vesicle
Example
The Golgi apparatus packages proteins into vesicles for transport. [vesicles: noun]
Example
The neurotransmitter is released from the vesicle into the synapse. [vesicle: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Vacuole is more commonly used in biology and botany contexts, while vesicle is more commonly used in cell biology and biochemistry.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between vacuole and vesicle?
Both vacuole and vesicle are technical terms used in scientific contexts, making them more formal words.
