a position qustion

[Grinkl]

Dear teachers.

Which is correct position of "only" in this question?

A ).
B: I doubt it.

1. Only this will take a minute
2. This only will take a minute
3. This will only take a minute
4. This will take a minute only

I'm really confused. Your explanation would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.^^

 

[Buddhaheart]

1. Only this will take a minute
2. This only will take a minute
3. This will only take a minute U (my preference)
4. This will take a minute only U

 

[Grinkl]

1. Only this will take a minute
2. This only will take a minute
3. This will only take a minute U (my preference)
4. This will take a minute only U

Thanks a lot! You mean 3 and 4 are correct and 3 is better in terms of your preference.

 

[Buddhaheart]

Yes. I don’t think 1. & 2. are possible (acceptable) English.

 

[Grinkl]

Yes. I don’t think 1. & 2. are possible (acceptable) English.

thank you so much.