What context can I use each word in?

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

veg

Example

I've been on a veg diet for a year now. [veg: noun]

Example

We need to buy more veg for the salad. [veg: noun]

Example

I'm just going to veg out on the couch and watch TV. [veg: verb]

vegetable

Example

I love eating vegetables with my meals. [vegetables: noun]

Example

My favorite vegetable is broccoli. [vegetable: noun]

Example

The patient has been in a vegetative state for months. [vegetative: adjective]

Definitions of veg and vegetable

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Key differences and similarities of veg and vegetable

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Good things to know

Which word is more common?

Vegetable is more commonly used than veg in American English, while veg is more common in British English.

What’s the difference in the tone of formality between veg and vegetable?

Vegetable is more formal than veg, making it suitable for use in academic or professional contexts. Veg is more casual and informal, making it better suited for everyday conversation or social situations.