What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
prickling
Example
The cold wind made my skin prickling. [prickling: adjective]
Example
I felt a prickling sensation in my fingers after holding the heavy bag for too long. [prickling: noun]
tingling
Example
I felt a tingling sensation in my toes after sitting cross-legged for too long. [tingling: adjective]
Example
The news of her promotion made her feel a tingling sensation of excitement. [tingling: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Tingling is more commonly used than prickling in everyday language, as it can be used to describe both physical and emotional sensations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between prickling and tingling?
Both prickling and tingling are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
