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i went to primary school vs i studied before in a primary school.

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. 'I went to primary school' simply states that the person attended primary school at some point in the past. 'I studied before in a primary school' emphasizes the act of studying while attending primary school. The choice between the two depends on the specific aspect the speaker wants to highlight.

Last updated: March 06, 2024 • 8098 views

i went to primary school

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that someone attended primary school at some point in the past.

Examples:

  • I went to primary school in my hometown.
  • She went to primary school with her siblings.
  • Nov 3, 2024 ... 32 votes, 21 comments. I went to primary school with Reese and he was always really into performing so seeing him become like.
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  • Dec 2, 2021 ... So in a way I went to primary school with a Doctor Who character...? Upvote
  • When I went to primary school though, I became very self-conscious about my deafness. I asked my parents not to sign when we were around school friends, and ...
  • Recently I showed Isaac where I went to primary school and I was amazed at how different the school looks now! Would love a trip down memory lane at an open ...
  • Jul 11, 2018 ... ... I went to primary school with. I l. ... I remember the birthdays and phone numbers of people I went to primary school with.
  • Sep 30, 2024 ... At 6 years old, I went to primary school and started to play the violin. Again a choice of my mother. I am very grateful for her ...
  • Oct 16, 2011 ... Hello all Which of these sound better? Or can you think of a better alternative? "I studied English from when I went to primary school until ...

Alternatives:

  • I attended primary school.
  • I studied at primary school.
  • I was a student at primary school.
  • I completed primary school.
  • I spent my early years in primary school.

i studied before in a primary school.

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase emphasizes the act of studying while attending primary school.

Examples:

  • I studied before in a primary school in the city.
  • She studied before in a primary school near her house.

Alternatives:

  • I studied at a primary school.
  • I learned at primary school.
  • I received my education at primary school.
  • I was a student in primary school.
  • I attended a primary school for my studies.

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