What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
homebound
Example
The homebound patient requires regular medical attention. [homebound: adjective]
Example
We are homebound after our vacation in Hawaii. [homebound: adverb]
housebound
Example
The elderly woman was housebound due to her limited mobility. [housebound: adjective]
Example
I'm feeling a bit housebound lately, I need to get out more. [housebound: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Housebound is more commonly used in British English, while homebound is more commonly used in American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between homebound and housebound?
Both homebound and housebound are considered formal words and are appropriate for use in professional or academic contexts.
