What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wipe
Example
I need to wipe the counter after cooking dinner. [wipe: verb]
Example
She wiped the tears from her eyes with a tissue. [wiped: past tense]
mop
Example
I need to mop the kitchen floor after breakfast. [mop: verb]
Example
He used a mop to clean up the spill on the floor. [mop: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wipe is more commonly used than mop in everyday language since it can be used for various surfaces and cleaning tasks. Mop is more specific to cleaning floors and may not be used as frequently in everyday conversation.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between wipe and mop?
Both wipe and mop are versatile and can be used in various formality levels, allowing them to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
