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In this lesson, we're gonna learn all about 'onto'. Is it a preposition? Or is it an adverb? Or maybe both; who knows? Well, come on.
'Onto' mainly functions as a preposition. In this lesson, we will discuss how to learn and use it.
Functions of 'Onto'
- Preposition
'Onto' as a Preposition
As stated above, 'onto' is a preposition. Below, we are going to talk about the different types of prepositions it is:
'Onto' as a Preposition of Movement and Direction
Sometimes, 'onto' functions as a preposition of movement to show motion towards a specific place. Look at the following examples:
Her facial expression changed as she walked
She ran right
'Onto' can also refer to moving on from one topic to another when speaking. As it is clear, movement is metaphorical here. Check out the following examples:
Now, let's move
The teacher decided to go move
'Onto' as a Preposition of Manner
We can use 'onto' as a preposition of manner to mean different things. It can indicate hiding something with verbs like 'grip', 'hold', etc. Additionally, it can indicate having knowledge of something that will be of use to you. We can sometimes use 'onto' to talk about adding something to another. Check out the following examples:
I can see Jimmy's
Position in a Sentence
Since 'onto' is a preposition here, comes before nouns and noun phrases to modify them. Check out the examples below:
Ladies, the next subject we're about to move
The lady danced her way
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