What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
quivering
Example
The leaves on the tree were quivering in the wind. [quivering: verb]
Example
She felt a quivering sensation in her stomach before going on stage. [quivering: noun]
Example
The phone was quivering on the table, indicating an incoming call. [quivering: present participle]
trembling
Example
The ground was trembling as the earthquake hit. [trembling: verb]
Example
She was trembling with fear after watching the horror movie. [trembling: present participle]
Example
He had a trembling voice when he spoke about his traumatic experience. [trembling: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Trembling is more commonly used than quivering in everyday language, especially when describing physical reactions to fear or cold. Quivering is less common and usually used in more specific contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between quivering and trembling?
Both quivering and trembling are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
