Have you ever wondered why we say we are on a plane but in a car? It might sound tricky, but don’t worry! Let’s break it down in a fun and easy way.
Big vs. Small Spaces
Imagine you are going on a trip. If you take a bus, a train, or an airplane, you can stand up, walk around, or find your seat. These are big spaces with lots of room for people. That’s why we say we are on a bus, on a train, or on a plane—because we are on board, just like when we are on a boat!
Now, think about a car. When you get inside a car, you don’t have space to walk around. You sit in a seat with a seatbelt, and there’s not much room to move. That’s why we say we are in a car. The same goes for taxis and small trucks—you sit inside them, so we use in instead of on.
A Fun Way to Remember
Here’s a simple trick to help you remember:
- If you can stand up and move around, use on (like a bus or a plane).
- If you have to sit in a small space, use in (like a car or a taxi).
So next time you go on a trip, think about where you are sitting and decide: Are you on it or in it? Happy travels!
