What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
doorpost
Example
He leaned against the doorpost while waiting for his friend. [doorpost: noun]
Example
The carpenter installed the doorpost before hanging the door. [doorpost: noun]
lintel
Example
The lintel above the door was made of stone. [lintel: noun]
Example
The architect designed the building with steel lintels to support the walls. [lintels: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Lintel is more commonly used than doorpost in technical or architectural contexts. Doorpost is less common and is often replaced by the more general term 'door frame'.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between doorpost and lintel?
Lintel is more formal than doorpost due to its technical and architectural connotations. Doorpost is more casual and can be used in everyday language.
