What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
located
Example
The museum is located in the city center. [located: verb]
Example
The hotel is located near the beach. [located: adjective]
positioned
Example
The chairs were positioned in a circle for the meeting. [positioned: verb]
Example
The dancer was positioned on one foot for the final pose. [positioned: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Located is more commonly used than positioned in formal or technical contexts, while positioned is more commonly used in informal or everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between located and positioned?
Located is generally considered more formal than positioned, which is more casual and informal in tone.
