What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
decanting
Example
She carefully decanted the red wine into the crystal decanter. [decanted: past tense]
Example
Decanting the oil from the frying pan into a jar, she left the burnt bits behind. [decanting: present participle]
siphoning
Example
He siphoned the gasoline from the car's tank into a jerry can. [siphoned: past tense]
Example
Siphoning the beer from the keg into the glass, he made sure not to disturb the yeast at the bottom. [siphoning: present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Decanting is more commonly used in the context of wine or other beverages, while siphoning is more commonly used for practical purposes such as transferring fuel or water.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between decanting and siphoning?
Decanting is typically associated with a more formal tone, especially when referring to wine or other high-end beverages, while siphoning is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
