What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
floatation
Example
The company announced its floatation on the stock exchange. [floatation: noun]
Example
The life jacket provides floatation in case of an emergency. [floatation: noun]
flotation
Example
The flotation of the company's shares was successful. [flotation: noun]
Example
The boat's flotation was compromised by a leak. [flotation: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Flotation is more commonly used than floatation in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between floatation and flotation?
Both floatation and flotation are formal terms used in specific industries, but flotation is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
