Discuss the difference between these two words:

breath and 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.

Breath is usually used as a noun.

examples:

Her breath fogged up the window. His breath smelled of peppermint.

Breathe is used as a verb.

examples:

I breathe in precious air. Fish can breathe underwater.

Breath and breathe are pronounced differently.

Breath - breth / / Breathe - breeth

When you use breath in a sentence, you are talking about it as a subject. When you use breathe in a sentence, you are talking about an action, or a verb.