What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
curbstone
Example
The kids sat on the curbstone while waiting for the bus. [curbstone: noun]
Example
He tripped over the curbstone and fell onto the sidewalk. [curbstone: noun]
kerbstone
Example
The car mounted the kerbstone and hit the pedestrian. [kerbstone: noun]
Example
She walked along the kerbstone, careful not to step onto the road. [kerbstone: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Curbstone is more common in American English, while kerbstone is more common in British English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between curbstone and kerbstone?
Both curbstone and kerbstone are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
