perspiration
Translation
perspiration, sweat
Examples
Beads of perspiration formed on his forehead.
Beads of perspiration formed on his forehead.
Perspiration helps to cool the body down.
Perspiration helps to cool the body down.
Grammar Patterns
((beads/drops)) of perspiration describing sweat Beads of perspiration formed on his forehead.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sweat (more common), sudor (medical)
Etymology
From Latin 'perspirare' meaning 'to breathe through' (per- 'through' + spirare 'to breathe').
Memory Tips
Think of 'respiration' (breathing). 'Perspiration' is like your skin 'breathing' out liquid. It's the formal word for 'sweat'.