What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
swopping
Example
The kids enjoyed swopping their toys with each other. [swopping: gerund or present participle]
Example
We're thinking of swopping houses with our friends for a weekend. [swopping: verb]
swap
Example
I'm going to swap my old phone for a new one. [swap: verb]
Example
Let's do a swap - you can have my sandwich and I'll take your salad. [swap: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Swap is more commonly used than swopping in everyday language, making it the more familiar word for most ESL learners.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between swopping and swap?
Both swopping and swap are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
