What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wheelbarrow
Example
He used a wheelbarrow to move the bags of soil to the garden. [wheelbarrow: noun]
Example
She was pushing the wheelbarrow full of bricks across the construction site. [wheelbarrow: noun]
pushcart
Example
The street vendor pushed his pushcart filled with fresh fruits and vegetables. [pushcart: noun]
Example
The workers used a pushcart to move the boxes from one end of the warehouse to the other. [pushcart: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wheelbarrow is more commonly used than pushcart in everyday language. Wheelbarrow is a versatile tool used in various outdoor settings, while pushcart is more specific to indoor or market settings.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between wheelbarrow and pushcart?
Both wheelbarrow and pushcart are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
