What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
flitter
Example
The butterfly flittered from flower to flower. [flittered: past tense verb]
Example
The leaves flittered in the wind. [flittered: past participle verb]
flutter
Example
The bird's wings fluttered as it took off. [fluttered: past tense verb]
Example
She felt a flutter in her chest when she saw him. [flutter: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Flutter is more commonly used than flitter in everyday language. Flutter is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while flitter is less common and refers to specific types of movement.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between flitter and flutter?
Both flitter and flutter are informal words and are not typically used in formal writing or speech.
