What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
swither
Example
I'm in a swither about whether to accept the job offer or not. [swither: noun]
Example
She swithered for a while before finally making a decision. [swither: verb]
dither
Example
He's been dithering about whether to buy the car or not. [dither: verb]
Example
Her dithering caused her to miss the deadline. [dithering: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Dither is more commonly used than swither in everyday language. Dither is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while swither is less common and may be unfamiliar to non-Scottish speakers.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between swither and dither?
Swither has a more formal tone than dither, which has a more informal tone. Both words can be used in various formality levels, but swither may be more appropriate in formal contexts.
