What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
upchucked
Example
I upchucked all over the bathroom floor after eating that bad sushi. [upchucked: past tense]
Example
The baby upchucked her milk all over her bib. [upchucked: verb]
barf
Example
I felt so sick that I had to barf in the toilet. [barf: verb]
Example
The smell of the garbage made me want to barf. [barf: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Barf is more commonly used than upchucked in everyday language, especially among younger generations and in informal settings.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between upchucked and barf?
Upchucked is more formal than barf and may be used in medical or scientific contexts, while barf is more casual and may be considered crass or offensive in formal settings.
