What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sappy
Example
I couldn't finish watching that sappy romantic movie. [sappy: adjective]
Example
She always gets sappy when she talks about her childhood memories. [sappy: adjective]
mushy
Example
I don't like reading mushy love stories. [mushy: adjective]
Example
The mashed potatoes were too mushy for my taste. [mushy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sappy is more common than mushy in everyday language, especially in the context of describing emotions or people. Mushy is less common and is mostly used to describe food or textures.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between sappy and mushy?
Both sappy and mushy are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
