June 1, 2010

Lose vs. Loose

The most annoying grammatical error I see in Internet writing is people using the word "loose" when they mean to use the word "lose". This post shows the difference between lose and loose.

Lose is a verb. Some examples include the following:

  • Lose a game
  • Lose weight
  • Lose your keys

Loose is an adjective. Some examples include the following:

  • A loose tooth
  • Loose-fitting pants
  • A loose (promiscuous) woman