Words / A1

uh-BUV/əˈbʌv/

Above means in a higher place: the clock is above the door. Over can mean covering (a coat over the chair) or more than a number (over ten). On is touching the surface. Up is the direction you move, not the place.

Meaning

In a higher place than something.

Examples

• “The picture is above the sofa.”
• “Hang the mirror above the sink.”
• “The plane flew above the clouds.”

Good to know

above + noun (higher place). Contrast: over (cover/more than), on (touching).

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