LoginBurnt vs. Burned
What Is Their Main Difference?
They are both past participles of the verb 'burn'. However, 'burnt' is the British spelling, whereas, 'burned' is the American spelling.
Differences
'Burnt' is the British spelling, whereas, 'burned' is the American spelling. Look at the examples below:
Example
I was baking a cake and accidentally, I burnt my hand.
The phoenix burned itself.
Similarities
Both are past participles of the verb 'burn'. Check out the examples below:
Example
Sara burnt half of my face with hot metal.
He burned down the castle.
Are They Interchangeable?
Most native speakers use these two interchangeably. Compare:
Example
✓ It burned my hand.
✓ It burnt my hand.
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