to? toward? towards? - a simple explanation | English Grammar

TO? TOWARD? TOWARDS? TO destination We use “to“ to express our destination. Where are you going? I’m going TO the bathroom. That’s my destination. We use “toward/s“ to express the direction we are moving. How can I get to the train station? Walk toward that department store and take the first left. I need to move in the direction of the department store. “Toward“ without the -s is more common in American English. “Towards“ with the -s is more common in British English. MORE EXAMPLES: Let’s go to the park. (destination) He leaned toward me and handed me the file. (direction) I have to go to the bank first thing in the morning. (destination) The soccer player sprinted toward the opposing team’s goal, hoping to score a goal. (direction) ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS TO PRACTICE: 📌Where are you going later? I am going TO_____. 🦏 What would you do if you say a rhino running toward you?