What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
manning
Example
The company is responsible for manning the security checkpoint at the airport. [manning: verb]
Example
The ship requires a minimum of 10 crew members for safe manning. [manning: noun]
staffing
Example
The HR department is responsible for staffing the new branch office. [staffing: verb]
Example
The company is experiencing a shortage of staffing due to the pandemic. [staffing: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Staffing is more commonly used than manning in everyday language, especially in the context of business or organizational management.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between manning and staffing?
Both manning and staffing can be used in formal and informal contexts, but staffing is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of formality levels.
