What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
viand
Example
The roasted chicken was the viand of the evening. [viand: noun]
Example
The restaurant's menu features a variety of viands from different regions. [viands: plural noun]
dish
Example
The chef's signature dish is a seafood paella. [dish: noun]
Example
She cooked up a delicious dish of pasta with homemade sauce. [dish: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Dish is more commonly used than viand in everyday language, and it is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between viand and dish?
Viand has a more formal and old-fashioned connotation, while dish is more neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
