What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
flour
Example
I need to buy some flour to make bread. [flour: noun]
Example
She floured the chicken before frying it. [floured: past tense verb]
meal
Example
I made some cornmeal muffins for breakfast. [cornmeal: noun]
Example
We had a nice meal at the restaurant last night. [meal: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Flour is more commonly used than meal in everyday language. Flour is a versatile ingredient used in many recipes, while meal is more specific and used in certain dishes.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between flour and meal?
Both flour and meal are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
