What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
dweller
Example
The cave dwellers lived in the mountains for generations. [dweller: noun]
Example
He was a city dweller for most of his life. [dweller: noun]
inhabitant
Example
The island inhabitants were friendly and welcoming to visitors. [inhabitant: noun]
Example
The town has a population of around 10,000 inhabitants. [inhabitant: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Inhabitant is more commonly used than dweller in everyday language and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between dweller and inhabitant?
Inhabitant is more formal than dweller and is commonly used in official documents and reports.
