What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sulphated
Example
The paper mill sulphated the wood chips to make them more suitable for pulping. [sulphated: past tense]
Example
The chemist is studying the effects of sulphated proteins on cellular function. [sulphated: adjective]
sulfated
Example
The researcher is investigating the sulfated form of a particular enzyme. [sulfated: adjective]
Example
The battery manufacturer sulfated the lead plates to improve their performance. [sulfated: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sulfated is more commonly used than sulphated in American English, while sulphated is more common in British English. However, both words are relatively uncommon in everyday language and are primarily used in scientific or technical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between sulphated and sulfated?
Both sulphated and sulfated are formal words that are typically used in scientific or technical contexts.
