On the picture vs In The Picture
What’s the difference between them?
On the picture
Meaning:
being physically on the top of the surface of the picture.
Examples:
1. The cat perched on the picture frame, seemingly unaware of its owner's attempt to capture a perfect shot of the elegant living room.
2. The mischievous toddler placed their tiny handprints on the picture, leaving behind a charming and personal imprint.
3. The artist carefully arranged the colorful paintbrushes on the picture, creating a vibrant and inviting tableau in their studio.
In The Picture
Meaning:
something that is part of the picture.
Examples:
1. I saw you in the picture your mom posted on Facebook.
2. She was so excited to see herself in the picture.
3. I can't believe you fit everyone in the picture!
Learn similar and opposite words to spot the difference
Synonyms
Antonyms
On the picture
1. Over the image
2. Atop the picture
3. Superimposed on the image
4. Resting on the picture
5. Positioned on the surface
1. Below the picture
2. Under the picture
3. Beneath the picture
In The Picture
1. Within the image
2. Part of the picture
3. Featured in the image
4. Incorporated in the picture
5. Present in the visual composition
1. Outside the picture
2. Not part of the picture
3. Excluded from the picture
4. Absent in the picture
5. Beyond the picture
Tricks for mastery
Useful tips to understand the difference between confusing words "On the picture", "In The Picture".
1. 'On the picture' is used when referencing something that is on the surface of picture.
2. 'In the picture' is used when referencing something that is a part of picture.
3. When talking about something being 'on the picture', it is referring to something being on the surface of the painting, while 'in the picture' is referring to something that appears inside the painting.
Practice English with the Promova app and avoid misusing confusing words
Frequently asked questions
In what situations should the first word be used?
'On the picture' should be used when referencing the physical being of something on the picture.
When is the appropriate context for using the second word?
'In The Picture' should be used when talking about the content of a picture.
Do the two words share the same pronunciation?
The two words do not share the same pronunciation. 'On the picture' is pronounced as 'on thuh pik-chur' while 'in the picture' is pronounced as 'in thuh pik-chur'.
What are some common mistakes people make when using these words?
A common mistake people make when using these words is using 'in the picture' when referring to the physical being of something in a picture, rather than 'on the picture'. Another mistake is confusing the two words and pronouncing them the same way.
Fill in the gaps to check yourself
1. The cat is sitting __________, looking at the camera with curious eyes.
2. There is a beautiful landscape with mountains and a river __________.
3. I can see a hidden message written __________; its hard to notice at first.
4. Look at the group of friends taking a selfie; they are all smiling and posing happily __________.
5. The signature of the artist is located __________, in the bottom right corner.
6. Do you notice the small details and patterns __________? They add a unique touch to the artwork.
1.The cat is sitting on the picture, looking at the camera with curious eyes.
Explanation: The cat is physically on the surface of the picture.
2. There is a beautiful landscape with mountains and a river in the picture.
Explanation: The landscape is part of the picture.
3. I can see a hidden message written in the picture; its hard to notice at first.
Explanation: The hidden message is part of the picture.
4. Look at the group of friends taking a selfie; they are all smiling and posing happily in the picture.
Explanation: The group of friends is part of the picture.
5. The signature of the artist is located on the picture, in the bottom right corner.
Explanation: The artists signature is physically on the surface of the picture.
6. Do you notice the small details and patterns in the picture? They add a unique touch to the artwork.
Explanation: The small details and patterns are part of the picture.
Get a gift by subscribing to our newsletter!
Download the PDF with a list of commonly confused words made as flashcards for comfortable learning.
List of Commonly Confused Words
Finding your way around the English language can be hard, especially since there are so many confusing words and rules. So, a list of the most confusing words in English is an extremely useful tool for improving language accuracy and sharing the ideas clearly.