What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
perspiration
Example
The hot weather caused a lot of perspiration. [perspiration: noun]
Example
After a long run, I was covered in perspiration. [perspiration: noun]
sweat
Example
I was sweating profusely after playing basketball. [sweating: verb]
Example
The sweat dripped down his face as he ran the marathon. [sweat: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sweat is more commonly used than perspiration in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between perspiration and sweat?
Perspiration is more formal than sweat, and is commonly used in scientific or medical contexts.
