What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
yellow
Example
The walls in my room are painted yellow. [yellow: adjective]
Example
She wore a yellow dress to the party. [yellow: noun]
amber
Example
The amber light signaled us to slow down. [amber: adjective]
Example
He collected a piece of amber on his trip to the beach. [amber: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Yellow is more common and versatile in everyday language, while amber is less frequently used and more specific in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between yellow and amber?
Both yellow and amber can be used in various formality levels, but yellow is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while amber is more specific and may be more appropriate in technical or scientific contexts.
