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    I would like to know if there is a difference between the preposition 'on' and 'about' when we want to talk about a precisely topic.Which one should be chosen:

    e.g.I would like to know something more on/about this topic.

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    Default Re: 'on' or 'about'

    There is no real difference.
    Context is important. Please provide enough for us to be able to deal effectively with your question.
    Your thread title should include all or part of the word/phrase being discussed.
    If you just want to know the meaning of a word, try OneLook Dictionary Search first.


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    Default Re: 'on' or 'about'

    Not a teacher.


    We use about to talk about ordinary,more general kinds of communication.
    On suggests that a book,talk etc is more serious,suitable for specialists.

    1)A book for children about Africa and its people.

    A textbook on African history.

    2)A conversation about money.

    A lecture on economics
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