What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sentimental
Example
She became sentimental when she saw her childhood home. [sentimental: adjective]
Example
He gave her a sentimental gift for their anniversary. [sentimental: adjective]
romantic
Example
He wrote her a romantic poem to express his love. [romantic: adjective]
Example
They went on a romantic getaway to celebrate their anniversary. [romantic: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Romantic is more commonly used than sentimental in everyday language, especially in the context of love and relationships.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between sentimental and romantic?
Both sentimental and romantic can be used in formal and informal contexts, but romantic is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of formality levels.
