What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sudation
Example
Sudation is a natural process that helps regulate body temperature. [sudation: noun]
Example
After running for an hour, sudation was visible on his forehead. [sudation: noun]
perspiration
Example
The intense heat caused perspiration to form on her forehead. [perspiration: noun]
Example
He was perspiring heavily after playing basketball for an hour. [perspiring: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Perspiration is more commonly used than sudation in everyday language and is more familiar to ESL learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between sudation and perspiration?
Sudation is a more formal word than perspiration and may be less familiar to ESL learners. It is more likely to be used in medical or scientific contexts.
