Difference between Desert and Dessert
Desert |
Dessert |
| An infertile or desolate, dry region with little or no vegetation. | A sweet dish served after a meal. |
| While pronuoncing stress is given in the first half i.e. “dez-ert”. | While pronouncing stress is given on the second half i.e. “dih-zurt”. |
| Originated from the Latin word “desertum” which means “an abandoned place”. | Originated from the french word “desservir” which means “to clear the table”. |
| Related to heat and lack of moisture. | Related to sweetness, satisfaction, and enjoyment. |
| Examples: Thar Desert, Sahara Desert, Great Sandy Desert. | Examples: Custard, Ice Cream, Pudding, Cake, etc. |
Difference Between Dessert and Desert
Desert and Dessert sound similar when pronounced but their meaning is different. While they have only a difference of “s”, they have completely different meanings and are pronounced differently.
Desert vs Dessert