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i am going in the bus. vs i am going on the bus

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I am going in the bus' implies that you are entering the bus, while 'I am going on the bus' suggests that you are boarding the bus to travel somewhere. The choice between 'in' and 'on' depends on whether you are inside the bus or using it as a mode of transportation.

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i am going in the bus.

This phrase is correct when you are talking about entering the bus.

Use 'in the bus' when you are referring to entering the bus or being inside it.

Examples:

  • I am going in the bus to get my backpack.
  • Please wait for me in the bus.
  • She left her umbrella in the bus yesterday.
  • The children are playing in the bus.
  • He is sitting in the bus reading a book.
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Alternatives:

  • I am getting in the bus.
  • I am inside the bus.
  • I am boarding the bus.
  • I am entering the bus.
  • I am sitting in the bus.

i am going on the bus

This phrase is correct when you are talking about boarding the bus to travel somewhere.

Use 'on the bus' when you are referring to boarding the bus or using it as a mode of transportation.

Examples:

  • I am going on the bus to school.
  • She is on the bus to work.
  • He left his bag on the bus.
  • They are sitting on the bus chatting.
  • We are going on the bus tour tomorrow.
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Alternatives:

  • I am boarding the bus.
  • I am getting on the bus.
  • I am traveling on the bus.
  • I am riding the bus.
  • I am taking the bus.

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