What is the difference between quit and stop

Rushan New Member Russian. What's the difference between "quit smoking" "stop smoking" and "give up smoking"? Is there more variants? Last edited by a moderator: Oct 3, They all can mean to stop smoking permanently or at least with the intention of permanently quitting.

The only thing I can think of and this pure conjecture is that "give up" might seem to suggest making a sacrifice, and when encouraging people to stop smoking this isn't something you would want to draw attention to. The term most prominently used in US campaigns to get people to abandon the habit forever is "quit", which has come to mean to stop totally, forever, when used in connection with smoking the word itself might denote something less permanent in other connections.

You can voluntarily stop two days and call it a tiny quit. You have quit when you realize you have become an ex smoker. Questions are currently answered in about 30 minutes. Ask a Question. Difference Between 'Stop And Quit'? Dear Sir: Please tell me whats the difference between stop and quit. Music will always be a pleasure, but no longer the primary focal point of my life. Thank you! Thanks for taking the time to comment. I am very glad that the thoughts were helpful. Best of luck in your search for a new opportunity and career.

If we can be of any assistance please be sure to let us know. Language evolves and when we mean one message or idea we can have multiple ways to express this. To give up is a more modern way to express wish to stop. Quit is more decisive way of stating action ,where as give up is more a reference to desires.

So the teacher was saying that you would quit not think of giving up. That's my two cents an who. Note: This answer does not necessarily concur with the explanation in the question asked. You give up something when you find it tough to continue doing it. When you face hurdles in your way and your motivation to thrive dwindles, you give up.

Giving up is not considered a strength of character. You can quit doing something for a multitude of other reasons. It may be prudent to quit when you realize that the goal you are chasing is not viable, or your work is no longer required, or you are on the wrong track. Quitting isn't necessarily a bad thing if you start over with renewed strategy and revised goals. I found this link to be really helpful in understanding the difference between giving up and quitting.

Was your teacher North American? That is not to say it is not used in British English.