What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
cussing
Example
He was cussing up a storm after he lost the game. [cussing: verb]
Example
I don't appreciate your cussing in front of my children. [cussing: noun]
swearing
Example
She was swearing under her breath when she realized she had lost her keys. [swearing: verb]
Example
The comedian's routine was full of swearing and crude jokes. [swearing: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Cussing is more commonly used than swearing in everyday language, especially in casual or informal settings.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between cussing and swearing?
Swearing is generally considered more formal than cussing, and it may be more appropriate to avoid using either word in formal settings altogether.
