What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
viscacha
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The viscacha is a cute and furry animal that lives in the Andes mountains. [viscacha: noun]
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Viscachas are social animals that live in large groups called colonies. [viscachas: plural noun]
vizcacha
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The vizcacha is a small rabbit-like animal that lives in the highlands of South America. [vizcacha: noun]
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Vizcachas are social animals that live in large groups called colonies. [vizcachas: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Viscacha is more commonly used than vizcacha in everyday language, as it refers to a more well-known type of rodent. Vizcacha is less common and may be unfamiliar to many people.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between viscacha and vizcacha?
Both viscacha and vizcacha are informal words that are unlikely to be used in formal contexts.
