What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wabble
Example
The table began to wabble as the waiter placed the heavy dish on it. [wabble: verb]
Example
The toddler's legs wabbled as he tried to walk without support. [wabbled: past tense]
wobble
Example
The bike wobbled as the rider tried to maintain balance. [wobble: verb]
Example
Her voice wobbled as she spoke about her fear of heights. [wobbled: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wobble is more commonly used than wabble in everyday language. Wobble is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while wabble is less common and may be considered a regional variation.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between wabble and wobble?
Both wabble and wobble are informal and casual in tone and are not typically used in formal contexts.
