Submerge vs immerse
Hi,
I’m not entirely clear on the difference between ‘submerge’ and ‘immerse’ yourself or something in a liquid.
I’d say that when I’m talking about food, I should probably use ‘immerse.’
“You have to immerse the meat in whisked eggs before you cover it with breadcrumbs.”
However, when I’m entering water, I honestly have no idea which one fits better.
“Once you submerge/immerse yourself in the cold water, you shouldn’t immediately go up or you’ll feel cold again.”
Thank you.
Top answer
Submerge means that you are entirely under water. ) In "immerse" you head and shoulders may be above the surface. )
- Submerge means that you are entirely under water.
- ) In "immerse" you head and shoulders may be above the surface.
- )
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Submerge means that you are entirely under water. (Deep, long period of time, like a submarine.)
In "immerse" you head and shoulders may be above the surface. (Shallow, short period of time.)
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They are pretty much synonymous, but usage is everything. "Submerge" definitely means "entirely below the suface", and the focus is on that. "Immerse" leans more toward doing it to something, and although it ordinarily mean the same as "submerg
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