What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wallop
Example
He gave the ball a mighty wallop with his foot. [wallop: noun]
Example
The boxer was able to wallop his opponent with a powerful punch. [wallop: verb]
beat
Example
The teacher used to beat the students with a cane for misbehaving. [beat: verb]
Example
The song had a catchy beat that made everyone want to dance. [beat: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Beat is more commonly used than wallop in everyday language, and has a wider range of contexts and meanings.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between wallop and beat?
Both wallop and beat can be used in informal contexts, but beat is more versatile and can also be used in formal contexts such as music or literature.
