On the table
preposition
Something placed physically on top of a table.
There is a book on the table.
Often appears as...
- keys on the table
- food on the table
adjective
A topic that is currently being discussed or considered.
The proposal is currently on the table for discussion.
Often appears as...
- offer on the table
- deal on the table
Usage tips
Idiomatic
adjective
A matter or option that is no longer possible or available.
Unfortunately, the original plan is off the table.
Often appears as...
- option off the table
- compromise off the table
Usage tips
Disapproving
Idiomatic
preposition
Something placed physically on top of a table.
There is a book on the table.
Often appears as...
- keys on the table
- food on the table
adjective
A topic that is currently being discussed or considered.
The proposal is currently on the table for discussion.
Often appears as...
- offer on the table
- deal on the table
Usage tips
Idiomatic
adjective
A matter or option that is no longer possible or available.
Unfortunately, the original plan is off the table.
Often appears as...
- option off the table
- compromise off the table
Usage tips
Disapproving
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Literal Meaning
Use this phrase to describe items physically resting on a table's surface.
She placed her glasses on the table before reading.
Pro Tip 2/3Visualizing Positions
Imagine where things are; 'on the table' is used for items visible and not inside drawers.
The remote control is on the table, not in the basket.
Pro Tip 3/3Use with Actions
Combine 'on the table' with verbs that show placement, like 'put', 'leave', or 'place'.
Please put the vase on the table.
Pro Tip 1/3Literal Meaning
Use this phrase to describe items physically resting on a table's surface.
She placed her glasses on the table before reading.
Pro Tip 2/3Visualizing Positions
Imagine where things are; 'on the table' is used for items visible and not inside drawers.
The remote control is on the table, not in the basket.
Pro Tip 3/3Use with Actions
Combine 'on the table' with verbs that show placement, like 'put', 'leave', or 'place'.
Please put the vase on the table.
Pro Tip 1/3Literal Meaning
Use this phrase to describe items physically resting on a table's surface.
She placed her glasses on the table before reading.
Pro Tip 2/3Visualizing Positions
Imagine where things are; 'on the table' is used for items visible and not inside drawers.
The remote control is on the table, not in the basket.
Pro Tip 3/3Use with Actions
Combine 'on the table' with verbs that show placement, like 'put', 'leave', or 'place'.
Please put the vase on the table.
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