What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wired
Example
The computer is wired to the internet. [wired: adjective]
Example
I feel really wired after drinking too much coffee. [wired: adjective]
Example
He was so wired that he couldn't sit still. [wired: past tense]
connected
Example
The two buildings are connected by a bridge. [connected: verb]
Example
I feel connected to my family even though we live far apart. [connected: adjective]
Example
My phone is connected to the Wi-Fi network. [connected: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Connected is more commonly used than wired in everyday language, especially in the context of relationships and networking.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between wired and connected?
Connected is generally more formal than wired, which is often used in casual or slang contexts.
