What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
bedstand
Example
I keep my phone and a glass of water on the bedstand at night. [bedstand: noun]
Example
She reached over to turn off the lamp on the bedstand before going to sleep. [bedstand: noun]
nightstand
Example
He kept his favorite book on the nightstand for bedtime reading. [nightstand: noun]
Example
She reached for her glasses on the nightstand as soon as she woke up. [nightstand: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Nightstand is more commonly used than bedstand in everyday language. Nightstand is the preferred term in American English and is widely recognized and understood.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between bedstand and nightstand?
While bedstand may sound slightly more formal or old-fashioned, nightstand is the more versatile and commonly used term, suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
