What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
saltate
Example
The dancer saltated across the stage with grace and energy. [saltated: verb]
Example
The rabbit saltated through the field, its long ears bouncing with each jump. [saltated: past tense]
spring
Example
The cat sprang onto the table in one swift motion. [sprang: past tense]
Example
I love the flowers that bloom in spring. [spring: noun]
Example
The hiker found a refreshing spring of water in the middle of the forest. [spring: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Spring is a more commonly used word than saltate in everyday language, and is versatile enough to be used in different contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between saltate and spring?
Saltate is a less common and more formal word than spring, and is typically used in more specialized contexts such as dance or animal movement.
