What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
councilor
Example
The councilor proposed a new policy for the city council to consider. [councilor: noun]
Example
She acted as a councilor to her friends, helping them with their personal problems. [councilor: verb]
councillor
Example
The councillor proposed a new policy for the city council to consider. [councillor: noun]
Example
She acted as a councillor to her friends, helping them with their personal problems. [councillor: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Councilor is more common in American English while councillor is more common in British English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between councilor and councillor?
Councillor is considered more formal than councilor and is often used in official or professional contexts.
