What's the Difference Between 'Behaviour' and 'Behavior'?

In this blog post we look at when to use behaviour and when to use behavior.

'Behaviour' or 'Behavior'?

Behaviour and behavior are two spellings of the same word. Both spellings are correct and commonly used, but the spelling "behavior" is more common in American English, while the spelling "behaviour" is more common in British English.

Behaviour (or behavior) refers to the way in which a person or animal acts or conducts themselves. It can also refer to the way in which something operates or functions.

Here are a few examples of sentences that use the word "behaviour" (or "behavior"):

  • "His rude behaviour made me uncomfortable." (British spelling)

  • "Her behavior at the party was inappropriate." (American spelling)

  • "The cat's behaviour changed after it was neutered." (British spelling)

  • "The engine's behavior was strange and I wasn't sure what was causing it." (American spelling)

Examples of Behaviour in a Sentence

  1. Her behavior at the party was inappropriate and she was asked to leave."

  2. "His rude behavior made me uncomfortable and I left the conversation."

  3. "The cat's behavior changed after it was neutered and it became more docile."

  4. "The engine's behavior was strange and I wasn't sure what was causing it, so I took it to a mechanic."

  5. "Her behavior during the meeting was unprofessional and she was asked to leave."

  6. "His behavior towards his coworkers was disrespectful and he was reprimanded."

  7. "The dog's behavior improved after we started training it."

  8. "The plant's behavior changed after we started using a different type of soil."

  9. "Her behavior towards her classmates was bullying and she was suspended from school."

  10. "His behavior during the game was unsportsmanlike and he was disqualified."

Examples of Behavior in a Sentence

  1. "The student's behaviour in class was disruptive and he was asked to leave."

  2. "Her behaviour towards her parents was disrespectful and she was grounded."

  3. "The behaviour of the group was unacceptable and they were asked to leave the park."

  4. "His behaviour at the party was reckless and he was asked to leave."

  5. "The behaviour of the employees during the meeting was unprofessional and they were reprimanded."

  6. "Her behaviour towards her coworkers was rude and she was asked to leave the team."

  7. "The behaviour of the car on the test drive was strange and we decided not to buy it."

  8. "His behaviour towards his teachers was disrespectful and he was suspended from school."

  9. "The behaviour of the students during the field trip was unacceptable and they were not allowed to go on any more trips."

  10. "Her behaviour towards her friends was hurtful and she lost many of her relationships."


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