Search from various English teachers...
Lawrence
I don't know the difference between "happen" and "occur". I'm looking forward to your answer, thank u.
Feb 20, 2024 11:27 AM
Answers · 2
1
There's really no difference in meaning. "Happen" is a word that comes from Old English, while "occur" is of Latin origin. There's also a phrasal verb "take place" and another word of Latin origin, "transpire", that have very similar meanings.
February 20, 2024
I would add that “occur” has a somewhat more formal quality to it than “happen” does.
February 21, 2024
Still haven’t found your answers?
Write down your questions and let the native speakers help you!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn a language from the comfort of your own home. Browse our selection of experienced language tutors and enroll in your first lesson now!

Lawrence
Language Skills
Chinese (Mandarin), Chinese (Cantonese), English, German, Japanese
Learning Language
English
Articles You May Also Like
Same Word, Different Meaning: American, British, and South African English
22 likes · 17 Comments
How to Sound Confident in English (Even When You’re Nervous)
17 likes · 12 Comments
Marketing Vocabulary and Phrases for Business English Learners
14 likes · 6 Comments
More articles