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Originally Posted by Nuta
Hi!
can anyboudy explain the difference between "in time" and "on time". :?:
As far as I know, "on time" means that something happens just accordingto the timetable. And "in time" means just not to be late.
E.g. The bus cane on time. We were in time for the bus.
Am I right?
Thanx! :)
You are exactly right. :D
The bus came on time = The bus came according to the schedule.
The bus came in time = The bus came so that we were not late getting to our destination. No specific time.
We were on time for the bus = We were at the bus stop at the time the bus was supposed to depart.
We were in time for the bus = We were at the bus stop before the bus departed. No specific time.
Be on time for the party = Be at the location of the party at the time it is supposed to start.
Be in time for the party = Don't be late for the party. No specific time.
It is interesting that I never thought about this until now. I had to think about it for a few minutes. I appologize for being redundant. :D