Search from various English teachers...
Andrew
on-site vs on-the-spot
Hi!
I was wondering if anyone could explain to me the difference between 'on-site' and 'on-the-spot' (in sense of location). Do they both have the same meaning? If so, which do you prefer?
Thank you in advance!
Feb 22, 2015 2:06 AM
Answers · 3
1
'On the spot' refers to time, rather than location. If do a repair, for example, 'on the spot', it means immediately.
'On-site' is a term used work contexts to mean in that something happens, or is located, at the site in question rather than at another site. For example, a large production facility may have an 'on-site' maintenance team, whereas a smaller one may have to call in maintenance personnel from elsewhere if needed.
February 22, 2015
Still haven’t found your answers?
Write down your questions and let the native speakers help you!
Andrew
Language Skills
Chinese (Mandarin), English
Learning Language
Chinese (Mandarin), English
Articles You May Also Like

Same Word, Different Meaning: American, British, and South African English
11 likes · 8 Comments

How to Sound Confident in English (Even When You’re Nervous)
13 likes · 11 Comments

Marketing Vocabulary and Phrases for Business English Learners
10 likes · 4 Comments
More articles