What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
province
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I was born in the province of Quebec. [province: noun]
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The province of Ontario is known for its beautiful lakes and forests. [province: noun]
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The government has allocated funds to improve infrastructure in the northern provinces. [provinces: plural noun]
region
Example
The Amazon rainforest is located in the South American region. [region: noun]
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The wine region of Napa Valley is famous for its vineyards. [region: noun]
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The government has implemented policies to promote economic growth in the northern regions of the country. [regions: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Region is more commonly used than province in everyday language, especially in international contexts. Province is more commonly used in Canada and some other countries.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between province and region?
Both province and region can be used in formal and informal contexts, although province may be more associated with formal language due to its political connotations.
