What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
drool
Example
The dog began to drool when he saw the treat in my hand. [drool: verb]
Example
The baby's bib was soaked with drool after teething all day. [drool: noun]
slobber
Example
The boxer slobbered all over the tennis ball before fetching it. [slobber: verb]
Example
The patient's pillow was soaked with slobber after the surgery. [slobber: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Drool is more commonly used than slobber in everyday language, and it covers a wider range of contexts. Slobber is less common and often used in specific contexts, such as describing the behavior of animals or the effects of certain medical conditions.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between drool and slobber?
Both drool and slobber are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
