Cool MateAccomplishment vs Feat
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Accomplishment
Top 2,000 (common)C1noun
Feat
Top 3,000 (common)C1noun
Most common: Accomplishment
| Accomplishment | Feat | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt/"]/🇺🇸 /["/əˈkɑːmplɪʃmənt/"]/ | 🇬🇧 /["/fiːt/"]/🇺🇸 /["/fiːt/"]/ |
| Meaning | Something you have achieved or succeeded in doing. | An achievement or something amazing done. |
| Example | Graduating from university was a significant accomplishment for my family. | The tunnel is a remarkable feat of engineering. |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 2,000 (common) | Top 3,000 (common) |
| CEFR level | C1 | C1 |
| Part of speech | noun | noun |
| Collocations | amazing, big, considerable, celebrate, recognize, of…accomplishment, accomplishment in, a feeling of accomplishment, a sense of accomplishment, quite an accomplishment, amazing, big, considerable, celebrate, recognize, of…accomplishment, accomplishment in, a feeling of accomplishment, a sense of accomplishment, quite an accomplishment | amazing, astonishing, brilliant, accomplish, achieve, do, feat of |
| Antonyms | failure, defeat, setback | failure, defeat |
| Common mistakes | Confused with 'achievement'; some learners think they mean the same., Using it in a plural form ('accomplishments') without a context that needs it., Mispronouncing it as 'accomplish-ment', instead of 'accom-plish-ment'. | Confused with 'feet' when pluralizing., Using in informal contexts where 'achievement' would be better., Mixing up 'feat' with 'feature' which has a different meaning. |
| Usage notes | This word is often used in formal contexts, such as resumes or discussions about personal goals. It is less common in casual conversations with friends. | Use 'feat' when talking about remarkable accomplishments, particularly in arts, sports, or science. It’s more appropriate in formal contexts than casual conversations. |
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Frequently asked questions: Accomplishment vs Feat
What's the difference between Accomplishment and Feat?
Accomplishment: Something you have achieved or succeeded in doing. Feat: An achievement or something amazing done.
Which is more common: Accomplishment and Feat?
Accomplishment is the most common in everyday English.
Are Accomplishment and Feat the same CEFR level?
Accomplishment: C1, Feat: C1 on the CEFR scale.
What part of speech are Accomplishment and Feat?
Accomplishment: noun, Feat: noun.
Can you show an example of each?
Accomplishment: Graduating from university was a significant accomplishment for my family. Feat: The tunnel is a remarkable feat of engineering.
Can I use Accomplishment and Feat interchangeably?
Not always. Accomplishment and Feat are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.