onto
Pronunciation
Preposition
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
Moving to a position on top of or against a surface.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The cat jumped _____ the windowsill."
Answer: onto
In your own words, what does "onto" mean?
Moving to a position on top of or against a surface.
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