What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
huffed
Example
She huffed in annoyance when she saw the long line at the store. [huffed: verb]
Example
He let out a huff of air before storming out of the room. [huff: noun]
snort
Example
The horse snorted loudly as the rider approached. [snorted: verb]
Example
She couldn't help but snort in disbelief at his ridiculous statement. [snort: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Huff and snort are both less common words in everyday language and may not be used frequently by ESL learners. However, snort may be more commonly used in certain contexts, such as in response to a joke or a strong smell.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between huffed and snort?
Both huff and snort are informal words and are not typically used in formal situations.
