there — in, at, or to that place or position
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in, at, or to that place or position
Pronunciation (IPA): /ðɛr/
Example Sentences
- There goes my diet plan when I see pizza!
- Is there anyone who actually reads the terms and conditions?
- I left my keys there yesterday.
there
ADVERB[/ðɛr/]
in, at, or to that place or position
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'thǣr', an ancient demonstrative adverb originating from Proto-Germanic roots. It expresses the concept of 'that place' or 'yonder', forming a locational contrast with 'here'.
Breakdown
The word developed from Old English 'thǣr', which contains the demonstrative element 'th-' (related to that/this) combined with '-ǣr', a locational suffix indicating place or position.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“There goes my diet plan when I see pizza!”
“Is there anyone who actually reads the terms and conditions?”
“I left my keys there yesterday.”
“There will be a meeting at 3 PM.”
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