Which is correct breath or breathe?
‘Breathe‘ is a verb and it refers to the act of inhaling air. “Dolphins breathe air.” The word ‘breath‘ is a noun. ‘Breath‘ can refer to the air you breathe out.
Why is breathe spelled with an E?
The word “breath” is a noun. It is the product of breathing; the air that is inhaled and exhaled (although it can also be a slight breeze or indication). Breath is pronounced with a short e sound. It rhymes with the word “death.”
How do the Americans spell breathe?
Breathe is a verb we use for the process of inhaling and exhaling. Breath is a noun that refers to a full cycle of breathing. It can also refer to the air that is inhaled or exhaled. Both words can be used in several different ways and are part of many phrases and idioms.