What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
laneway
Example
The laneway behind the house is where we park our cars. [laneway: noun]
Example
We walked down the laneway to get to the restaurant. [laneway: noun]
alley
Example
The alley behind the house is where we put our trash cans. [alley: noun]
Example
We walked down the alley to get to the restaurant. [alley: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Alley is more commonly used than laneway in everyday language, especially in American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between laneway and alley?
Both laneway and alley are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
