What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
washcloth
Example
She used a washcloth to scrub her face before bed. [washcloth: noun]
Example
I need a clean washcloth to wipe down the counters. [washcloth: noun]
washrag
Example
He wiped his face with a damp washrag. [washrag: noun]
Example
I need a washrag to scrub the pots and pans. [washrag: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Washcloth is more commonly used than washrag in everyday language, especially in American English.
Whatβs the difference in the tone of formality between washcloth and washrag?
Washcloth is considered more formal than washrag, which is often used in colloquial or informal contexts.
