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[ ɒn ]

Preposition / Adverb / Adjective
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Preposition

location

Used to indicate position above and in contact with or supported by the surface of something.

Synonyms

atop, on top of, upon

Examples of usage

  • The cup is on the table.
  • The picture hangs on the wall.
Context #2 | Adverb

continuation

Continuously in operation or a particular state.

Synonyms

functioning, operating, working

Examples of usage

  • The computer is on.
  • The lights are on.
Context #3 | Adjective

scheduled

Scheduled or planned for a certain time or date.

Synonyms

arranged, planned, scheduled

Examples of usage

  • The meeting is on Monday.
  • The concert is on the weekend.

Translations

Translations of the word "on" in other languages:

🇵🇹 em

🇮🇳 पर

🇩🇪 an

🇮🇩 di

🇺🇦 на

🇵🇱 na

🇯🇵 

🇫🇷 sur

🇪🇸 en

🇹🇷 üzerinde

🇰🇷 

🇸🇦 على

🇨🇿 na

🇸🇰 na

🇨🇳 

🇸🇮 na

🇮🇸 á

🇰🇿 үстінде

🇬🇪 ზე

🇦🇿 üzerində

🇲🇽 en

Etymology

The word 'on' originated from Old English 'on', meaning 'in, into, onto, on'. It has been used in English for centuries to indicate various relationships and states. Over time, 'on' has become a versatile preposition, adverb, and adjective, playing a crucial role in everyday language.

See also: onus, onward.