What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
address
Example
The address of the new office building is on Main Street. [address: noun]
Example
I need to address this envelope before I can send it. [address: verb]
residence
Example
My parents' residence is in the suburbs. [residence: noun]
Example
She has been residing in this apartment for two years now. [residing: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Address is more commonly used than residence in official or business contexts, while residence is more commonly used in everyday conversation.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between address and residence?
Address is more formal than residence, and is often used in official or business contexts, while residence is more informal and used in everyday conversation.
