What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
emplace
Example
The construction workers emplaced the new statue in the town square. [emplace: verb]
Example
The technician emplaced the new equipment in the server room. [emplacing: gerund or present participle]
place
Example
Please place the books on the shelf. [place: verb]
Example
The company decided to place their new office in the city center. [placing: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Place is more commonly used than emplace in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between emplace and place?
Emplace is more formal than place and is typically used in professional or technical settings, while place is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
