What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
manning
Example
We need to man the reception desk during the event. [manning: verb]
Example
The company is currently short-staffed and needs more people for manning the production line. [manning: gerund or present participle]
manpower
Example
The construction project requires a lot of manpower to complete on time. [manpower: noun]
Example
The company is investing in training programs to improve its manpower and productivity. [manpower: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Manpower is more commonly used than manning in formal and professional contexts, while manning is more commonly used in military or emergency response settings.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between manning and manpower?
Manpower is more formal than manning and is commonly used in professional or academic settings.
