What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hardware
Example
The hardware of my computer needs an upgrade. [hardware: noun]
Example
We need to buy some new hardware for the construction project. [hardware: noun]
equipment
Example
The gym has a lot of great equipment for working out. [equipment: noun]
Example
The firefighters arrived with all their equipment ready to put out the fire. [equipment: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Equipment is more commonly used than hardware in everyday language. Equipment is a more general term that covers a wider range of objects and is used in various industries and professions.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between hardware and equipment?
Both hardware and equipment can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but hardware may be more technical and therefore more formal in certain contexts.
