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INTO, IN & ON

The document explains the different uses of the prepositions 'into', 'in', and 'on', highlighting that 'into' indicates movement or change, 'in' describes a static position inside a space, and 'on' refers to contact with a surface. It provides examples and clarifications on how to distinguish between 'into' and 'in', emphasizing their contextual differences. Additionally, it discusses the correct usage of 'write in English' versus 'translate into English'.

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INTO, IN & ON

The document explains the different uses of the prepositions 'into', 'in', and 'on', highlighting that 'into' indicates movement or change, 'in' describes a static position inside a space, and 'on' refers to contact with a surface. It provides examples and clarifications on how to distinguish between 'into' and 'in', emphasizing their contextual differences. Additionally, it discusses the correct usage of 'write in English' versus 'translate into English'.

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The prepositions "into", "in", and "on" are often used to express relationships

involving position or movement, but their uses differ based on context:

1. Into
Indicates movement from outside to inside.
Implies a change of position or direction.
Examples:

She walked into the room. (movement from outside the room to inside it)
The cat jumped into the box. (change from outside to inside)
2. In
Describes position inside a space or area.
Used when something or someone is already within a space.
Examples:

The book is in the bag. (already inside)


She lives in Paris. (position within the city)
3. On
Refers to position on a surface.
Implies direct contact with a surface.
Examples:

The cup is on the table. (position on the surface of the table)


I wrote the note on the paper. (contact with the paper's surface)
Summary:
Into: movement toward a place or area.
In: already within a place or area.
On: position on a surface or contact with something.

INTO - CLOSER LOOK

"Into" is primarily used to indicate movement or change of state. It involves going


from one place, condition, or form to another. Here are some common ways to use
it:

1. Movement (Physical Direction):

When something or someone moves from outside a place to inside, we use "into."

Examples:

● He walked into the house. (Movement from outside to inside the house)
● The kids jumped into the pool. (Movement from outside the pool to inside)

This type of usage emphasizes the action of entering or crossing a boundary.


2. Change of State:

"Into" can also indicate a change from one state, condition, or form to another.

Examples:

● The water turned into ice. (Change of state from water to ice)
● She’s growing into a confident person. (Change from one condition to
another)

3. Focus or Interest:

"Into" is often used informally to express deep interest or involvement in


something.

Examples:

● He’s really into photography. (He’s very interested or involved in


photography)
● I’m getting into reading historical fiction. (Starting to develop an interest in
it)

4. Division or Parts:

It can also be used when something is divided or broken down.

Examples:

● The cake was cut into eight slices. (Divided into pieces)
● The class is split into groups of four. (Divided into smaller parts)

5. Collision or Impact:

"Into" can describe situations where something crashes or impacts something


else.

Examples:

● The car crashed into the wall. (Collision with the wall)
● She bumped into her friend on the street. (Unexpected meeting/contact)

6. Transformation:

Used when something or someone is transformed or converted into a different


form or state.
Examples:

● The artist turned a piece of wood into a sculpture. (Transformation from


wood to sculpture)
● The caterpillar changes into a butterfly. (Biological transformation)

Distinguishing "Into" from "In":

● "In" refers to being inside something (static position), while "into" focuses on
the action of entering or moving.
○ Example: "She is in the house" (she’s already inside) vs. "She walked
into the house" (she moved from outside to inside).

Write IN English or INTO English

Instead, you would say:

"Write in English" – This is the proper way to express the idea of writing something
using the English language.

Explanation:

"In" is used here because it refers to the language as a medium or method in


which the writing happens

Example:

Please write your essay in English.

Using "into" would only be appropriate if you're describing a transformation or


movement into a different state. For example:

"Translate this text into English." (Here, it shows a change from one language to
another.)
So, the correct usage is "write in English."

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