Cool MateHost vs Legions
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Host
Top 1,000 (very common)B1noun
Legions
Beyond 10,000 (less common)
Most common: Host
| Host | Legions | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/həʊst/"]/🇺🇸 /["/həʊst/"]/ | 🇬🇧 //ˈliːdʒənz//🇺🇸 //ˈliːdʒənz// |
| Meaning | A person who invites others to a place or event. | A large group of soldiers or people. |
| Example | The host of the party welcomed everyone with a smile. | The ancient legions marched across the battlefield with great discipline. |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 1,000 (very common) | Beyond 10,000 (less common) |
| CEFR level | B1 | - |
| Part of speech | noun | |
| Collocations | charming, generous, genial, act as, play, city, club, community, host to, charming, generous, genial, act as, play, city, club, community, host to, chat-show, game-show, radio | legions of soldiers, legions of fans, legions of supporters |
| Antonyms | guest, attendee | individual, single, solitary |
| Common mistakes | Confusing 'host' with 'guest' — a host invites, while a guest attends., Using 'host' as a verb incorrectly, e.g., 'I will host a dinner' is correct, but 'I host the dinner' requires context., Forgetting to adjust verb forms, like saying 'he host' instead of 'he hosts'. | Confused with 'legion' as a singular noun., Used inappropriately in informal contexts., Misunderstood as only referring to soldiers. |
| Usage notes | Often used for gatherings or events. Considered neutral, it can be used for formal events (like conferences) or casual ones (like parties). Avoid using in overly casual contexts such as slang conversations. | Used in formal and historical contexts. Not common in everyday speech. Can imply many people in various situations. |
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Frequently asked questions: Host vs Legions
What's the difference between Host and Legions?
Host: A person who invites others to a place or event. Legions: A large group of soldiers or people.
Which is more common: Host and Legions?
Host is the most common in everyday English.
Can you show an example of each?
Host: The host of the party welcomed everyone with a smile. Legions: The ancient legions marched across the battlefield with great discipline.
Can I use Host and Legions interchangeably?
Not always. Host and Legions are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.