What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sofa
Example
I love to curl up on the sofa with a good book. [sofa: noun]
Example
She is napping on the sofa in the living room. [sofa: noun]
daybed
Example
The guest room has a daybed that can be used as a sofa during the day. [daybed: noun]
Example
She likes to take naps on the daybed in the sunroom. [daybed: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sofa is more commonly used than daybed in everyday language. Sofa is a common piece of furniture found in living rooms, family rooms, or dens. While daybed is less common and often found in guest rooms or multi-purpose rooms.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between sofa and daybed?
Both sofa and daybed can be used in various formality levels, allowing them to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
