What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
landlord
Example
The landlord came to fix the leaky faucet in the kitchen. [landlord: noun]
Example
She rented the apartment from the landlord for a year. [landlord: noun]
owner
Example
The owner of the building decided to renovate the lobby. [owner: noun]
Example
He is the owner of the company that manages the shopping mall. [owner: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Owner is more commonly used than landlord in everyday language. Owner is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while landlord is more specific to the context of renting out residential properties.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between landlord and owner?
Both landlord and owner are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
