What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sprinkling
Example
I added a sprinkling of cinnamon to my oatmeal. [sprinkling: noun]
Example
The garden needs a sprinkling of water to keep the plants healthy. [sprinkling: gerund or present participle]
spritz
Example
She spritzed some perfume on her wrist before leaving the house. [spritzed: past tense]
Example
I ordered a spritz cocktail at the bar. [spritz: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sprinkling is more commonly used than spritz in everyday language, especially in culinary contexts. Spritz is more specific and often used in personal care or beverage contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between sprinkling and spritz?
Both sprinkling and spritz are versatile and can be used in various formality levels, depending on the context. However, sprinkling is more commonly used in formal writing or speech, while spritz is more casual and informal.
