What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gobble
Example
He gobbled up his food in a matter of seconds. [gobbled: past tense]
Example
The turkey gobbled its food loudly. [gobbled: verb]
wolf
Example
He wolfed down his sandwich and ran out the door. [wolfed: past tense]
Example
The pack of wolves was seen wolfing down their prey. [wolfing: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Gobble and wolf are both less common words and may not be as frequently used in everyday language as other synonyms for eating quickly, such as devour or scarf.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between gobble and wolf?
Both gobble and wolf are informal words and may not be appropriate for use in formal contexts.
