CEFR A1

to

preposition

Meaning

Used before a verb to show the infinitive form, or before a noun or pronoun to show direction, purpose, or position.

Examples

I want to eat.
She is going to the store.

Synonyms: toward, until, for

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to (A1)

preposition

Pronunciation: tuː

Definition

Used before a verb to show the infinitive form, or before a noun or pronoun to show direction, purpose, or position.

Examples

I want to eat.
She is going to the store.
Give it to me.

How to Use to

to + verb (infinitive marker): Shows the base form of a verb. — "I like to swim."
to + noun/pronoun (prepositional phrase): Shows direction, position, or recipient. — "She gave the gift to him."
go to (collocation): To move towards a place. — "We are going to the park."
have to (collocation): To be required or obliged to do something. — "You have to finish your homework."
want to (collocation): To desire or wish to do something. — "I want to learn English."

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