What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
farmout
Example
The company decided to farm out their customer service to a call center in India. [farm out: verb]
Example
The manager suggested that we farm out the project to a specialized team. [farm out: phrasal verb]
subcontract
Example
The construction company subcontracted the electrical work to a licensed electrician. [subcontract: verb]
Example
The software development team decided to subcontract the testing phase to a specialized firm. [subcontract: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Subcontract is more commonly used than farmout in everyday language and is more versatile in terms of usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between farmout and subcontract?
Both farmout and subcontract are formal terms used in business and professional contexts. However, subcontract is more commonly used and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
