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Meanings of On

Adjective

  • In a state of being active or working.
  • Happening or scheduled to happen.
  • Covering something or being worn.

Verb

  • To switch on something like a light or a device.

Preposition

  • Positioned at the top of something.
  • Attached to or resting against something.
  • About or concerning a topic.

Adverb

  • To an active state.
  • So as to cover or be fitted.
  • Continuing an action or movement.

Explanation of the word: On

"On" is a word we use to say that something is placed above or in contact with something else. For example, if you put your toy on the shelf, it means the toy is sitting on the shelf.

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Translations for the word: On

hindi
पर (par)

par

पर (par)

par

ऊपर (upar)

upar

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: On

What does 'on' mean?
The word 'on' is used to show that something is in a position above something else or in contact with it. For example, 'The book is on the table.'
How do you pronounce 'on'?
You pronounce 'on' like 'awn' or 'on' with a short sound.
What is the origin of the word 'on'?
The word 'on' comes from Old English, where it was used in a similar way to show position or direction.
What is the meaning of 'on' in Bengali?
The word 'on' in Bengali is 'উপর' (Upar).