What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
driver
Example
I am the designated driver for tonight. [driver: noun]
Example
She learned how to drive when she was 16. [drive: verb]
motorist
Example
The motorist was pulled over for speeding. [motorist: noun]
Example
We are planning a road trip and will be driving as motorists. [motorist: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Driver is more commonly used than motorist in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between driver and motorist?
Driver is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while motorist is more formal and less commonly used in everyday language.
