Scarfs vs. Scarves 

"Scarfs" vs. "Scarves" in English

What Is Their Main Difference?

Both are plural forms of the noun 'scarf'. However, 'scarves' is more common among native speakers than 'scarfs'.

Differences

These two have no differences. The point is that 'scarves' is more common among native speakers.

Similarities

They are both plural forms of the noun 'scarf'. Look at the examples below:

Example

Women have started to burn their headscarves as a way of showing their rejection.

Here, use these scarfs if necessary/

Are They Interchangeable?

Most native speakers use these terms interchangeably. Compare:

Example

✓ Forcing women to wear headscarves is depriving them of their human rights.

✓ Forcing women to wear headscarfs is depriving them of their human rights.

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