B2
residence vs resident
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| residencenoun/ˈrez.ɪ.dəns/ | Meaning a house or home where someone lives, or the fact of living in a place | Goes with place of residence | Example Please write your permanent residence on the application form. |
| residentnoun/ˈrez.ɪ.dənt/ | Meaning a person who lives in a particular place, building or area | Goes with local resident | Example Local residents complained about the noise from the building site. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Long-term get a discount on parking.