What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
swipe
Example
You can swipe left or right to browse through the photos. [swipe: verb]
Example
She swiped the hair out of her face. [swiped: past tense]
Example
I need to swipe my ID to enter the building. [swipe: verb]
drag
Example
He had to drag the heavy box up the stairs. [drag: verb]
Example
She dragged the chair across the room to sit by the window. [dragged: past tense]
Example
You can drag and drop files into the folder. [drag: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Swipe is more commonly used in the context of touch screens or electronic devices, while drag can be used in various contexts such as physical movement or computer interfaces.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between swipe and drag?
Both swipe and drag are informal words that can be used in casual conversations or writing. However, drag can also be used in more formal contexts such as business or academic writing to describe a physical or metaphorical movement.
