Battle vs. War
What Is Their Main Difference?
Both of these words refer to a conflict between two different communities. In both, we have combatants and some people die. However, the locations, the number of dead people, and how long each takes are different. A 'war' consists of many battles and may take months to years and many, many people die. However, a battle has fewer combatants and equipment and it is shorter than a war.
Differences
As mentioned above, both of these words refer to a conflict between two communities. However, a 'war' is usually greater and a lot of innocent people die. It may take months or even years and the side that losses must let the winner conquer their nation. Look:
The Great War is another term for World War one.
Innocent people die in wars while governors and politicians become richer.
A 'battle' takes place in one location. It is shorter and the number of combatants is fewer than a war. Look at the following examples:
It seems that Hercules and his team are winning in the battle.
There were different violent battles in the Trojan War.
Similarities
These words refer to a kind of fight between different communities of people. Check out the following examples:
He was always in a battle with herself.
I don't think anyone wants to live in Germany during the World Wars.
Are They Interchangeable?
Since they are a bit different, it is better not to use these terms interchangeably. Compare:
✓ World War III had to start just when I was about to migrate Ukraine.
X World battle III had to start just when I was about to migrate Ukraine.
We can never use 'battle' when we are referring to the Great Wars.
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