I am learning English using the Duolingo English course, one of correct solution was
I have more books at my house.
Can I use
I have more books in my house.
If it is OK, what is the difference between both?
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I am learning English using the Duolingo English course, one of correct solution was
I have more books at my house.
Can I use
I have more books in my house.
If it is OK, what is the difference between both?
Best Answer
It is a matter of "location" at my house vs. "contained/enclosed by/inside" in my house.
In your examples, house could refer to a location or what is inside it. Which one is best may depend on context.
For example, when you say:
they could be on the driveway, in your backyard, etc. as these would still be referred to as your house location-wise.
When you say:
they could be in a desk drawer, in your room, etc. stating what they are inside of.
You could say:
but you would not say:
But if you are specific about location:
this probably does not mean the same thing as: