Behind vs. beyond: what’s the difference?
The short answer
Behind generally refers to something in a backward position or at the rear of another object, often indicating proximity. Beyond typically indicates further distance or something that surpasses a limit, either physically, metaphorically, or conceptually.
What they have in common
Both behind and beyond are prepositions and adverbs that relate to position or state. They are often used to describe spatial relationships or metaphorical concepts and can indicate relative positions.
Examples
behind
- The house is behind the tall trees.
- She looked behind to check if someone was following her.
- The team is behind in the competition.
beyond
- The mountains extend beyond the horizon.
- This topic goes beyond my understanding.
- The opportunities available now are beyond our wildest dreams.
Which one is more common?
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