What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
abonnement
Example
I have an abonnement to the gym, so I can go there anytime. [abonnement: noun]
Example
She signed up for an abonnement to the magazine and receives it every month. [abonnement: noun]
subscription
Example
I have a subscription to Netflix, so I can watch movies and TV shows anytime. [subscription: noun]
Example
He subscribed to the newspaper and receives it every morning. [subscribed: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Subscription is more commonly used than abonnement in English-speaking countries, while abonnement is more common in French-speaking countries.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between abonnement and subscription?
Abonnement may sound more formal or official than subscription, but both words can be used in formal and informal contexts depending on the situation.
