What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
dwelling
Example
The family's dwelling was a small cottage on the outskirts of town. [dwelling: noun]
Example
She was dwelling on the negative comments instead of focusing on the positive ones. [dwelling: verb]
habitation
Example
The area was once a habitation for indigenous tribes. [habitation: noun]
Example
The city's population has grown due to an increase in habitation in the surrounding areas. [habitation: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Dwelling is more commonly used than habitation in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between dwelling and habitation?
Habitation is more formal and technical than dwelling, making it more appropriate for academic or professional contexts.
