What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
regional
Example
The company has regional offices in different parts of the country. [regional: adjective]
Example
Regional cuisine varies greatly across the country. [regional: adjective]
provincial
Example
The provincial government announced new funding for education. [provincial: adjective]
Example
He had a provincial outlook on life, having never left his small town. [provincial: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Regional is more commonly used in everyday language, while provincial is more formal and less commonly used.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between regional and provincial?
Provincial is more formal than regional and is often used in the context of government or administration.
