What context can I use each word in?

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

heating

Example

I turned on the heating to warm up the room. [heating: noun]

Example

The heating system in our house is very efficient. [heating: adjective]

Example

I'm heating up some soup for lunch. [heating: verb]

warming

Example

I put on a sweater to keep myself warm. [warm: adjective]

Example

I'm going for a run to warm up my body. [warm: verb]

Example

The fire in the fireplace is so warming and cozy. [warming: adjective]

Definitions of heating and warming

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Key differences and similarities of heating and warming

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Good things to know

Which word is more common?

Heating is more commonly used in technical or practical contexts, such as discussing HVAC systems or home heating, while warming is more commonly used in personal or emotional contexts, such as describing the feeling of being cozy or comfortable.

What’s the difference in the tone of formality between heating and warming?

Heating is often associated with a more technical or scientific tone, making it more formal in certain contexts. Warming, on the other hand, is often associated with a more personal or emotional tone, making it more informal in certain contexts.