What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
tenant
Example
The tenant complained about the broken faucet to the landlord. [tenant: noun]
Example
She is currently tenanting a small apartment in the city. [tenanting: verb]
renter
Example
The renter was late on their monthly payment. [renter: noun]
Example
He is currently renting a room in a shared house. [renting: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Renter is more commonly used in everyday language, especially in American English. Tenant is less common but may be used in more formal or legal contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between tenant and renter?
Tenant is generally considered more formal than renter, and may be more appropriate in legal or business contexts. However, both words can be used in a range of formality levels depending on the context.
