Definitions
Whet is a verb that means to sharpen the blade of a tool or a weapon.
Example
He whetted his knife on the stone.
Example
She used a whetstone to whet the blade of her axe.
Wet is an adjective that describes something covered or saturated with water or another liquid.
Example
The grass was wet with dew.
Example
I got wet in the rain.
Tips To Remember the Differences
Here are a few tips to easily distinguish the difference between these words while keeping in mind the description we've provided:
- To remember the difference between whet and wet, think of the 'h' in whet as a hook that catches the edge of a blade and sharpens it. - You could also associate wet with water, which is a liquid that can make things wet.
Remember this!
Remember, whet means to sharpen a blade, while wet describes something covered or saturated with water.
