On top of the mountain vs on the top of the mountain

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'On top of the mountain' is more commonly used and refers to being at the highest point of the mountain. 'On the top of the mountain' is also correct but is less common and could refer to being physically on the surface of the mountain.

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On top of the mountain

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate being at the highest point of a mountain.

Examples:

I stood on top of the mountain and enjoyed the breathtaking view.
The climbers reached the summit and celebrated being on top of the mountain.
There's a beautiful temple on top of the mountain.
The snow was pristine on top of the mountain.
The eagle soared high on top of the mountain.

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Alternatives:

at the top of the mountain
atop the mountain
on the summit of the mountain
on the peak of the mountain
on the highest point of the mountain

on the top of the mountain

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase can also be used to indicate being physically on the surface of the mountain.

Examples:

There's a small village on the top of the mountain.
The hikers set up camp on the top of the mountain.
The snow was deep on the top of the mountain.
The goats grazed peacefully on the top of the mountain.
The ruins are located on the top of the mountain.

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Last updated: October 25, 2024

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Alternatives:

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