What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wiggle
Example
The baby wiggled his toes in delight. [wiggle: verb]
Example
She couldn't stop wiggling in her seat during the boring lecture. [wiggling: gerund or present participle]
wag
Example
The dog wagged its tail happily when it saw its owner. [wag: verb]
Example
She gave him a playful wag of her finger. [wag: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wiggle and wag are both common words, but wiggle is more versatile and can be used in various contexts, while wag is more specific and limited to certain situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between wiggle and wag?
Both wiggle and wag are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
