“Beard” vs. “Mustache”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 28, 2023
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The difference between “beard” and “mustache”
- A beard covers a larger area of the face than a mustache especially below the chin, which is limited to the upper lip region.
- Beards can cover one's sideburns, chin area, and the lower parts of one's cheeks, while mustaches fill the space between the nose and mouth.
- Beards can extend below and around the face and can be grown to more than 12 inches (30 cm) in length for some humans, while mustaches typically do not go past the facial area.
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What is the definition of “beard” and “mustache”?
Beard
- A beard is a growth of hair that appears on the chin and cheeks of a person's face.
- It is usually longer and thicker than a mustache and covers a larger portion of the face.
- Beards can be styled in various ways, such as a goatee, full beard, or stubble.
Mustache
- A mustache is a patch of hair that grows above the upper lip and may extend down the sides of the mouth.
- It is usually thinner and shorter than a beard and does not cover as much of the face.
- Mustaches can also be styled in different ways, such as a handlebar, pencil, or horseshoe mustache.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Beard” is the more popular variant on the web.
More popular
Beard
203,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- John's beard is so long he could pass for a Viking.
- Growing a beard can take a lot of patience and maintenance.
- Santa Claus is known for his fluffy white beard.
Mustache
36,900,000 results on the web
Examples
- Tom Selleck is famous for his iconic mustache.
- Jack twirled the ends of his mustache nervously as he waited for his date to arrive.
- Some men choose to only grow a mustache instead of a full beard.
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