I slipped over a banana peel vs I slipped over on a peel

Both phrases are correct, but they have slightly different meanings. 'I slipped over a banana peel' implies that the banana peel was the object over which the person slipped. 'I slipped over on a peel' is less common and may sound awkward to some native speakers. It's more common to say 'I slipped on a peel.'

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 809 views

I slipped over a banana peel

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase indicates that the person slipped because of the banana peel on the ground.

Examples:

I slipped over a banana peel and fell on the floor.
Be careful not to slip over a banana peel in the kitchen.

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... life that would be perfect in a cartoon or has happened in a/ or many cartoons. Guy: " Yesterday I slipped over a banana peel, it was a perfect cartoon moment!

Alternatives:

I slipped on a banana peel
I slipped and fell on a banana peel

I slipped over on a peel

This phrase is technically correct but less common in English.

This phrase also conveys the idea of slipping due to a peel on the ground, but it may sound awkward to some native speakers.

Examples:

I slipped over on a peel and hurt my knee.
She slipped over on a peel while walking in the garden.

Alternatives:

I slipped on a peel
I slipped over on a banana peel

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I slipped over a banana peel vs I slipped over on a peel