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"ice cream" vs "ice-cream"

Both "ice cream" and "ice-cream" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Ice cream" is the more common and widely accepted spelling, while "ice-cream" is less common but still correct when used to describe a specific type of dessert.

Last Updated: March 23, 2024

ice cream

This is the more common and widely accepted spelling for the frozen dessert made from cream and sugar.

Use "ice cream" when referring to the frozen dessert made from cream and sugar.

Examples:

  • I love eating ice cream on a hot summer day.
  • She ordered a scoop of chocolate ice cream for dessert.

Alternatives:

  • frozen dessert
  • gelato
  • sorbet
  • frozen yogurt
  • soft serve

ice-cream

This is less common but still correct when used to describe a specific type of dessert, especially in British English.

Use "ice-cream" when referring to a specific type of dessert, especially in British English.

Examples:

  • She ordered an ice-cream sundae with extra toppings.
  • The ice-cream truck plays music to attract customers.

Alternatives:

  • frozen dessert
  • gelato
  • sorbet
  • frozen yogurt
  • soft serve

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