When Use "IN" and "ON"?
When Use "IN" and "ON"?
Hi teacher. My son was doing a project, and he wrote ‘in the bus,’ but I thought it should be ‘on the bus.’ Now I’m confused! Could you clarify when to use each one?
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Hello! That's a great question! Let's break it down.
We say "on the bus" because buses are part of public transportation. This is the correct phrase in most situations when talking about traveling by bus. It means you are a passenger and using the bus as a mode of transport.
- Example: I love sitting on the bus when we go to school.
We say "in the bus" when we’re talking about being inside the bus, not for travel, but for a specific reason. It’s like being "in" a car or a building—you’re focusing on the space inside the bus.
- Example: We stayed in the bus while the rain stopped.
Simple Rule:
Use "on the bus" for riding or traveling. Use "in the bus" if you mean being inside it for another reason.
Sample Sentences:
- I forgot my jacket on the bus yesterday!
- We waited in the bus for the driver to arrive.
Thank you, and hope this helps! 😊
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