What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
until
Example
I waited until midnight for my friend to arrive. [until: preposition]
Example
We have until Friday to finish the project. [until: conjunction]
to
Example
I walked to the store to buy some milk. [to: preposition]
Example
The party lasted from 7 pm to midnight. [to: preposition]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
To is more commonly used than until in everyday language. To is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while until is more specific and is typically used in the context of time limits or deadlines.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between until and to?
Both until and to are considered formal enough to be used in academic or professional writing. However, to is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
