What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wollop
Example
The boxer delivered a powerful wollop to his opponent's jaw. [wollop: noun]
Example
Our team received a real wollop in the championship game. [wollop: noun]
Example
I had a wollop of ice cream for dessert last night. [wollop: noun]
wallop
Example
The storm packed a wallop, knocking down trees and power lines. [wallop: noun]
Example
He gave the ball a good wallop with his foot. [wallop: verb]
Example
I drank a wallop of water after my workout. [wallop: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wallop is more commonly used than wollop in everyday language, especially in American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between wollop and wallop?
Neither wollop nor wallop are considered formal words, and both are more appropriate for informal contexts.
