What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
rumbly
Example
The rumbly thunderstorm kept me up all night. [rumbly: adjective]
Example
The rumbly bass of the music made my whole body vibrate. [rumbly: adjective]
rumbling
Example
The rumbling of the train could be heard from miles away. [rumbling: noun]
Example
I could feel the ground rumbling as the herd of elephants approached. [rumbling: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Rumbling is more commonly used than rumbly in everyday language, especially when describing sounds associated with larger or more powerful sources.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between rumbly and rumbling?
Both rumbly and rumbling are informal words that can be used in casual conversation or writing.
