What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unaffordable
Example
The rent for that apartment is unaffordable for me. [unaffordable: adjective]
Example
I would love to buy that car, but it's unaffordable for me right now. [unaffordable: adjective]
expensive
Example
That restaurant is too expensive for me to eat at regularly. [expensive: adjective]
Example
The designer handbag was more expensive than I thought it would be. [expensive: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Expensive is more commonly used than unaffordable in everyday language. Expensive is a versatile word that can be used in a wide range of contexts, while unaffordable is more specific and often used in situations where the cost is a significant obstacle.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unaffordable and expensive?
Both unaffordable and expensive are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
