“Spend” vs. “Spend On”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 19, 2023
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The difference between “spend” and “spend on”
- "Spend" refers to the broader act of using money, while "spend on" refers to the specific purpose for which money is being used.
- "Spend" usually describes a general amount of money being used, whereas "spend on" focuses on the specific item or person the money is being used on or for.
- "Spend" can be used more generally, whilst "spend on" is often used in specific contexts.
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What is the definition of “spend” and “spend on”?
Spend
- The act of using money to purchase something.
- It refers to the expenditure of money or currency, typically on something that is considered valuable or necessary.
- "Spend" can be used as a verb to describe the act of using something, like time, for the sake of an action.
Spend on
- The act of using money (or time) specifically for a particular purpose.
- Refers to using money for a particular person, object, or cause.
- This expression can also be used to specify the item on which money is being spent.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Spend” is the more popular variant on the web.
More popular
Spend
1,310,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- We should spend our money wisely to save for the future.
- I spent the last of my savings on a new camera.
- My sister loves to spend her free time reading books.
Spend on
63,500,000 results on the web
Examples
- I spent a lot of money on my vacation in Europe.
- My parents always spend a fortune on Christmas gifts for the family.
- Some people spend more time on improving themselves than others.
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