'Belong in' versus 'Belong to'

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
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Hi

Would you say that the use of in is correct here?

1- He belongs in a different world!

Shouldn’t it be to?

Tom

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Not necessarily, Tom. Using “in” expresses a sense of location. i.e. where he belongs/should be.

Amy

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Amy, can I say “She belongs in teaching.” ?

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Yes, you can, Tamara. :smiley:
It more or less means that she should be in the teaching profession.
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More and even more :slight_smile: :smiley:

Thanks, Amy.