to

//tuː//
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Preposition

1

Expressing motion in the direction of a particular location or person.

I'm going to the store.

2

Identifying the person or thing affected by an action.

She gave the book to me.

3

Indicating the relationship between one thing and another.

What is the answer to this question?

4

Indicating a point reached at the end of a range or period.

The store is open from 9 to 5.

5

Used to indicate proportion or ratio.

The ratio of boys to girls in the class is 3 to 2.

Antonym

Particle

1

Used with the base form of a verb to indicate the infinitive.

I want to learn Japanese.

2

Expressing purpose or intention.

I came here to help you.

Adverb

1

So as to be closed or nearly closed.

Pull the door to.

2

Into a state of consciousness or awareness.

After fainting, she came to a few minutes later.