What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
relaid
Example
The workers relaid the tiles in the bathroom after they had become loose. [relaid: past tense]
Example
The carpet had to be relaid after the flood caused damage to the floor. [relaid: verb]
replaced
Example
I replaced the light bulb in the lamp because it had burned out. [replaced: past tense]
Example
The mechanic replaced the damaged part with a new one. [replaced: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Replaced is more commonly used than relaid in everyday language. Replaced is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while relaid is less common and is typically used in the context of flooring or tiling.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between relaid and replaced?
Both relaid and replaced are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
