What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
windscreen
Example
The bird hit the windscreen and left a mark. [windscreen: noun]
Example
I need to replace the windscreen wipers on my car. [windscreen: adjective]
windshield
Example
The windshield was cracked after the hailstorm. [windshield: noun]
Example
I need to get my windshield repaired before it gets worse. [windshield: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Windshield is more commonly used than windscreen in American English-speaking countries, while windscreen is more commonly used in British English-speaking countries.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between windscreen and windshield?
Both windscreen and windshield are considered formal terms and are appropriate for use in both formal and informal contexts.
