on

/ɒn/

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Definition

The word "on" is a preposition that shows something is touching and supported by the surface of something else. For example, "The book is on the table" means the book is resting above and touching the table.

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Conjugation

"on" as verb

1 - To switch on

"on" as adjective

1 - In the state of being active, functioning or operating.

2 - Performing according to schedule; taking place.

3 - Fitted; covering; being worn.

"on" as adverb

1 - To an operating state.

2 - So as to cover or be fitted.

3 - Along, forwards (continuing an action).

"on" as preposition

1 - Positioned at the upper surface of, touching from above.

2 - Positioned at or resting against the outer surface of; attached to.

3 - Expressing figurative placement or attachment.

"on" as preposition

1 - Without.

"on" as noun

1 - In the Japanese language, a pronunciation, or reading, of a kanji character that was originally based on the character's pronunciation in Chinese, contrasted with kun.

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Synonyms

1 - quelqu'un

2 - je

3 - nous

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Antonyms

1 - off

2 - beneath

3 - below

4 - underneath

5 - beneath

6 - under

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Examples in Context

1 - I wish you the best of luck on your exam tomorrow.

1 - Te deseo la mejor de las suertes en tu examen de mañana.

2 - Some people enjoy the excitement of betting on various sporting events.

2 - Algunas personas disfrutan de la emoción de apostar en varios eventos deportivos.

3 - The artist often fingers the materials before deciding on a project.

3 - El artista suele palpar los materiales antes de decidir sobre un proyecto.

4 - The news reported on a gun-toting individual wandering through the streets.

4 - Las noticias informaron sobre un individuo armado que deambulaba por las calles.

5 - Her smile was brighter than the sun on a clear day.

5 - Su sonrisa era más radiante que el sol en un día despejado.

6 - Customers prefer to bundle their online orders to save on shipping.

6 - Los clientes prefieren agrupar sus pedidos en línea para ahorrar en envío.

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