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there

[ ðɛː ]

Adverb / Noun

Oxford 3000

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

in that place or position

Used to identify a specific location or position.

Synonyms

at that location, in that place, over there.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
there	Can also be used to start a sentence, especially when drawing attention to something. There are many reasons to visit Paris. There goes my favorite singer!
in that place	Often used to emphasize a specific location, with a slight implication of importance or uniqueness. She used to live in that place near the river. I found this rare plant in that place.
at that location	Formal or specific use to indicate a particular place, often used in instructions or technical language. The meeting will be held at that location. Please deliver the package at that location.
over there	Used to refer to a location that is within sight but not very close. Often used in casual conversation. Look, the store is over there. Your coat is over there by the door.

Examples of usage

Put the book there on the table.
Is your phone over there?

^{Context #2 | Adverb}

to or at that place or position

Used to indicate movement towards a specific location or position.

Synonyms

at that location, over there, to that place.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
there	Typically used to refer to a place or position that has been previously mentioned or is understood within the conversation. I left my keys there. She will be there by noon.
to that place	Used to describe movement or direction towards a specific location, often used in textual descriptions or instructions. We are heading to that place right now. Drive to that place carefully.
at that location	Used in more formal contexts to specify a particular place being referred to. Often found in formal writing or instructions. The delivery should be made at that location. I will meet you at that location as discussed.
over there	Used to indicate a place that is relatively distant from both the speaker and the listener, often accompanied by a pointing gesture. Look, the restaurant is over there. You can park your car over there.

Examples of usage

Let's go there for dinner.
I saw her standing there.

^{Context #3 | Noun}

that place or position

Refers to a specific location or position.

Synonyms

over there, that location, that place.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
there	General indication of a place mentioned or about to be mentioned. There was a loud noise coming from there I have been there before
that place	Refers to a specific place that has been previously mentioned or is known to both the speaker and listener. I went to that place you recommended Do you remember that place we visited last summer?
that location	Formal or slightly more descriptive reference to a specific place, often used in instructions, technical writing, or reports. Please refer to the map for that location We will meet our guide at that location
over there	Used to indicate a more specific location that is somewhat distant from the speaker but within view or general awareness. The store is over there, next to the park Look over there, you can see the mountains

Examples of usage

I will meet you there.
The party is over there.

Translations

Translations of the word "there" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lá

🇮🇳 वहाँ

🇩🇪 dort

🇮🇩 di sana

🇺🇦 там

🇵🇱 tam

🇯🇵 そこ

🇫🇷 là

🇪🇸 allí

🇹🇷 orada

🇰🇷 거기

🇸🇦 هناك

🇨🇿 tam

🇸🇰 tam

🇨🇳 那里

🇸🇮 tam

🇮🇸 þar

🇰🇿 онда

🇬🇪 იქ

🇦🇿 orada

🇲🇽 allí

Etymology

The word 'there' originated from Old English 'thær', which is related to Old Frisian 'ther', Old Saxon 'thar', and Old Norse 'þar'. It has been used in English for centuries to indicate a place or position. Over time, its usage has evolved to include both adverbial and nominal functions, making it a versatile word in the English language.

See also: thereafter, thereby, therefore.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #31, this is one of the most fundamental words in English. It's absolutely essential to master this word as it forms the backbone of English communication and appears in almost every conversation or text.

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