to
Translation
to
Examples
I am going to the store.
I am going to the store.
I want to learn English.
I want to learn English.
Give the book to her.
Give the book to her.
It's a quarter to three.
It's a quarter to three.
Grammar Patterns
((a place)) indicates direction toward (a place). I am going to the store.
((to-inf)) used to form the infinitive of a verb. I want to learn English.
((sb.)) indicates the recipient of an action. Give the book to her.
Similar Words
Synonyms: toward, until; Antonyms: from
Etymology
From Old English 'tō', indicating direction.
Memory Tips
Picture it as an arrow pointing from one thing to another (a place, person, or action).