What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
chairs
Example
Please have a seat in one of the chairs while we wait for the meeting to start. [chairs: noun]
Example
She pulled out a chair and sat down at the dining table. [chair: noun]
seat
Example
Is this seat taken? I would like to sit here. [seat: noun]
Example
Please seat yourself and fasten your seatbelt. The flight will be taking off soon. [seat: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Chair is more commonly used than seat in everyday language. Chair is a specific term for a piece of furniture, while seat has a broader and more general usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between chairs and seat?
While chair is associated with a more formal tone, seat is versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
