What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
flats
Example
She lives in a two-bedroom flat in the city center. [flat: noun]
Example
He is flat hunting in London for a new place to live. [flat: adjective]
apartment
Example
I am looking for an apartment in New York City. [apartment: noun]
Example
The apartment complex has a swimming pool and a gym. [apartment: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Apartment is more commonly used than flat in everyday language, especially in the US. However, both terms are widely understood and used interchangeably.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between flats and apartment?
Both flats and apartments are generally considered neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
