What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
maidservant
Example
The maidservant was busy cleaning the kitchen when the guests arrived. [maidservant: noun]
Example
She worked as a maidservant for a wealthy family in the city. [maidservant: noun]
housemaid
Example
The housemaid comes twice a week to clean the house. [housemaid: noun]
Example
She used to work as a housemaid for a family in the suburbs. [housemaid: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Housemaid is more commonly used than maidservant in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between maidservant and housemaid?
Maidservant is a more formal term than housemaid, and may be more appropriate in formal or historical contexts.
