What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
factory
Example
The factory produces over 1000 cars per day. [factory: noun]
Example
She works in a factory that produces textiles. [factory: noun]
plant
Example
The power plant generates electricity for the entire city. [plant: noun]
Example
The company built a new plant to increase production. [plant: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Factory is more commonly used than plant in everyday language, especially in the context of manufacturing physical goods.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between factory and plant?
Both factory and plant can be used in formal and informal contexts, but factory may be slightly more formal due to its association with industrial processes and manufacturing.
