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in the lesson vs in a class

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'In the lesson' is used when referring to a specific lesson that has been previously mentioned or is known to both the speaker and the listener. 'In a class' is used when talking about a general situation or class in a more generic sense.

Last updated: March 29, 2024

in the lesson

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a specific lesson that has been previously mentioned or is known to both the speaker and the listener.

Use 'in the lesson' when you want to specify that something happened or will happen during a particular lesson that has been mentioned or is understood in the context.

Examples:

  • In the lesson on Monday, we learned about photosynthesis.
  • She made an important point in the lesson yesterday.

Alternatives:

  • during the lesson
  • within the lesson
  • throughout the lesson
  • in that lesson
  • during that lesson

in a class

This phrase is correct and commonly used when talking about a general situation or class in a more generic sense.

Use 'in a class' when you want to refer to something that happens or will happen in the context of a class without specifying a particular lesson.

Examples:

  • In a class like this, it's important to participate actively.
  • She always sits in the front row in a class.

Alternatives:

  • during a class
  • within a class
  • throughout a class
  • in that class
  • during that class

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