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Marianita123 Posted 14 years ago
Grammar

belong to or belong in

Hi, I would like to know when do I use belong "in" or "to". What is the difference?
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Hi; Belong to indicates ownership. The dog belongs to me. That car belongs to John.

  • Hi; Belong to indicates ownership.
  • The dog belongs to me.
  • That car belongs to John.
  • Being in indicates rightful or proper location or position.
  • The silverware belongs in the silver chest.
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Hi;

Belong to indicates ownership.

The dog belongs to me.
That car belongs to John.

Being in indicates rightful or proper location or position.

The silverware belongs in the silver chest.
Pete Rose cheated; he does not belong in the Hall of Fame.

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