Hanuman_2000 Posted 21 years ago
Grammar
on the list/in the list
Hello,
1. Is your name on the list?
2.Is your name in the list?
Which one is correct?
When do we use "in the list" and when "on the list"?
1. Is your name on the list?
2.Is your name in the list?
Which one is correct?
When do we use "in the list" and when "on the list"?
Top answer
Without doubt, 'on the list' is the most widely used. Cheers
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Hi,
Which one is correct? Both.
When do we use "in the list" and when "on the list"? Often, there is no difference, although we usually say 'on'. However, here are a few thoughts.
1. Is your name on the list?
A. The list of people accepted to go to Oxford is on the notice board.
Which one is correct? Both.
When do we use "in the list" and when "on the list"? Often, there is no difference, although we usually say 'on'. However, here are a few thoughts.
1. Is your name on the list?
A. The list of people accepted to go to Oxford is on the notice board.
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Without meaning to diminish in any way from Clive's great post, it should be noted that 'on' could safely be used in all the examples shown.
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