It's on my way vs It's on the way

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'It's on my way' is used when something is directly on the speaker's route or path. 'It's on the way' is used when something is located along the route to a destination.

Last updated: April 12, 2024 • 103 views

It's on my way

This phrase is correct and commonly used when something is directly on the speaker's route or path.

This phrase is used to indicate that something is located in the direction the speaker is already heading, making it convenient to stop by or pick up.

Examples:

I can drop by the store on my way home because it's on my way.
The restaurant is on my way to work, so I can meet you there.
The gas station is on my way to the airport, so I'll fill up there.
The library is on my way to the gym, so I'll return the books later.
The park is on my way to the office, so I'll walk through it.

Alternatives:

it's along my route
it's in my path
it's convenient for me to stop by
it's on my route
it's on my path

It's on the way

This phrase is correct and commonly used when something is located along the route to a destination.

This phrase is used to indicate that something is situated on the path to a particular destination, making it a convenient stop or point of interest.

Examples:

The gas station is on the way to the airport, so we can fill up there.
The restaurant is on the way to the party, so we can grab food on the go.
The museum is on the way to the hotel, so we can visit it tomorrow.
The park is on the way to the beach, so we can have a picnic there.
The grocery store is on the way to my friend's house, so I'll pick up some snacks.

Alternatives:

it's along the route
it's en route
it's on the route
it's on the path
it's on the journey

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