Need a hand deciding whether to use "back up" or "backup" in a sentence? 🤔
2023-06-26
This is what goPenpal answered
Great question! 🎯 The difference between "back up" and "backup" can certainly be a bit tricky. Generally, "back up" is a verb, as in, "Don't forget to back up your files," while "backup" is either a noun or an adjective, such as, "I'll be your backup," or, "This is my backup plan." So, if you're talking about an action, you'll want "back up," but if you're referencing a thing or describing something, "backup" is your go-to. The English language always has its little quirks, doesn't it? 😅
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