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Confused Words Desert and Dessert in English

Common Mistakes using Desert & Dessert

Misunderstood words : Desert and Dessert

Some English words like : Desert and Dessert are often confused, misused, or used with the wrong preposition while speaking or writing English sentences. We have discussed here correct version and explanation that will help you to avoid making the same mistakes while speaking or writing English.

Confuse words Desert and Dessert

The words, ‘Desert’ and ‘Dessert’ can easily be mistaken, but the difference between the two is simple enough. Desert as a noun which means a barren, uncultivated area and as a verb no longer help or support, means to abandon or to leave. while Dessert is a noun which means a sweet dish served after a meal.

Meaning of Desert and Dessert:

Desert
: as a noun "means a barren, uncultivated area", and as a verb "no longer help or support."
Dessert
: means a sweet dish served after a meal.

Note: Desert is used as a noun or verb and Dessert is used as a noun.

Uses of Desert and Dessert:
Desert
'Desert' refers to a dry region (as noun) or no longer help or support, means to abandon or to leave (as verb).
Examples using Desert:
  • • 'Desert' used as a noun:
  • • I visited the desert in Dubai.
  • • They crossed the Sahara Desert.
  • • We enjoyed desert safari at Dubai.
  • • Sahara desert is located in Africa.
  • • The camel is well adapted to desert conditions.
  • • 'Desert' used as a verb:
  • • All our friends have deserted us.
  • • Mrs. Smith deserted her 3 years ago.
  • • When my friends left the party, I felt deserted.
  • • He deserted his family without a second thought.
  • • I begged Raj not to desert me, but he was determined to leave.
Dessert
'Dessert' refers to a sweet dish eaten after a meal.
Examples using Dessert:
  • • Ice-cream is my favourite dessert.
  • • For dessert, I made an ice cream cake.
  • • I don’t like fruit salads as a dessert.
  • • I will have apple pie and custard for dessert.
  • • The five course meal included desserts as well.
  • • My sister's favorite dessert is chocolate ice-cream.
  • • The waiters cleared the table before serving dessert.
  • • They decided to have a pastry for dessert after lunch.

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