CEFR A2

belongs

verb

Meaning

To be in the right place or a suitable environment.

Examples

This old book belongs on a shelf in the library.
She feels like she belongs in the art world.

Synonyms: fits, suits, appertains

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belongs (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /bɪˈlɒŋz/

Definition

To be in the right place or a suitable environment.

Examples

This old book belongs on a shelf in the library.
She feels like she belongs in the art world.
The lost puppy finally belongs home.

How to Use belongs

belongs to (prepositional phrase): To be owned by someone or something. — "The house belongs to the university."
belongs in (prepositional phrase): To be in the correct or suitable place. — "This type of art belongs in a museum."

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