What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
inhaler
Example
She uses an inhaler to manage her asthma symptoms. [inhaler: noun]
Example
He was instructed to inhale the medication from the inhaler three times a day. [inhale: verb]
puffer
Example
The doctor prescribed a puffer for his patient's asthma. [puffer: noun]
Example
She puffed on the inhaler to relieve her breathing difficulties. [puff: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Inhaler is more commonly used than puffer in the United States, while puffer is more commonly used in Canada and Australia.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between inhaler and puffer?
Both inhaler and puffer are medical terms and are therefore considered formal language.
