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Shelf vs. Shelve 

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"Shelf" vs. "Shelve" in the English Grammar

What Is Their Main Difference?

Both refer to a surface on which we put things. However, 'shelf' is a noun, whereas, 'shelve' is a verb.

Differences

A 'shelf' is a board that we put on the wall and put stuff on it, while, 'shelve' is a verb that refers to putting something on the shelf. Look at the examples below:

Example

Put the books back on the shelf.

The nurse carefully shelved all the syringes.

Similarities

Both are related to shelves. Check out the examples below:

Example

I wanted to put the plates on the shelf.

Jonathon shelved all the cups.

Are They Interchangeable?

'Shelf' is a noun, whereas, 'shelve' is a verb. Therefore, we cannot use them interchangeably. Compare:

Example

✓ You want me to help you put these clothes on the shelf?

X You want me to help you put these clothes on the shelve?

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