Belong In A Sentence: 29 Examples For Great English!

Today we are going to learn just how to use belong in a sentence like native speakers of English. Boost your fluency by repeating them! We will also check out examples of “belonging in a sentence”, and some questions too!

Belong in a sentence

Here are the first 10 examples of belong in a sentence – read them out loud with as much intonation as you can manage!

Lee belongs in a more advanced English class than this!
In the office, the water cooler belongs in the break room corner.
That nice car belongs to Tony.
The soccer ball belongs to the school.
The lost jacket belongs to the little boy in the school playground.
That raspberry jam belongs on the second shelf in the cupboard.
At the potluck, the homemade pie belongs in the center of the table, I think.
The new novel belongs on the top shelf of the living room bookcase.
The spare keys belong in the top drawer of the hallway table.
The guitar belongs on the small stage at the local café where musicians perform.

Belong meaning

What does belong mean? It is an English verb that means to be in the right place or a suitable place. It also means to be a member of a group or to be connected with someone or something.

Suitable place: Something is in the location where it should be.
- E.g., The book belongs on the shelf.
Ownership: To own something or for something to be owned by someone.
- E.g., The cat belongs to Angela.
Part of a group: To fit in or be accepted as a member. We also say “sense of belonging” for this, too.
- E.g., She belongs to the chess club.
Connection/Association: To be related or associated with something.
- E.g., This part belongs with the other pieces of the toy.

Belong in a sentence: easy English

Let’s look at some examples of belong in a sentence that are made using easy, simple English:

The pencil belongs in the drawer.
The hat belongs on your head.
The toy belongs in the box.
The globe belongs on the shelf.
The shoes belong by the door.

Belonging in a sentence

Now here are 10 examples of a related word, belonging in a sentence. You will often see the phrase “sense of belonging” used here. This expression means we have a feeling of belonging to a group, team, family, or society.

At family reunions, there’s often a warm sense of belonging that can envelop you the moment you step through the door.
Their book club was more than just about books; it was a place where each member felt a belonging shared through stories.
The puppy immediately found a sense of belonging among the older dogs, playing and napping with its new-found pack.
He wears his team jersey with pride, a symbol of belonging to a community of passionate fans.
Finding common ground in their love for jazz, they felt a strong feeling of belonging at the music lounge downtown.
Jimmy does not have a feeling of belonging in his class, unfortunately.
In the cozy local coffee shop, regulars found a sense of belonging among the familiar faces and warm greetings.
The quilting circle not only crafted beautiful blankets but also created a sense of belonging among its members.
When she moved to her new hometown, she found belonging in the smiles of neighbors and the shared enthusiasm for their annual festival.
Joining the multiplayer video game, he quickly felt a sense of belonging with his teammates, strategizing and celebrating victories together.

Belong questions

Now let’s have a look at how to use belong in English questions. Read them all out loud, and try to create answers in full sentences, too!

Where do these colorful markers belong?
Who does this guitar belong to?
Do these files belong in the archive room?
To which classroom does this projector belong?
Does this spare charger belong in the office or at home?
In which drawer do the utensils belong?
Whose desk does this stack of books belong on?
To which player does this helmet belong?
Does this umbrella belong in the stand or should I hang it to dry?
Where does this piece belong in the puzzle?

Belong to in a sentence

Belong to is a set phrase that indicates ownership over something. Here are 10 sentences/questions that you can use to practice this expression:

This recipe book belongs to my grandmother; it’s full of her handwritten notes.
Does this loyalty card belong to the grocery store or the pharmacy?
The vintage postcard collection belongs to the local museum now.
Whose tent does this sleeping bag belong to?
All the photographs on the wall belong to my parents.
The colorful mural on the school’s exterior wall belongs to the art club.
This badge belongs to the volunteer coordinator of the event.
The donations on the table belong to the charity drive we’re having next week.
Do these gardening tools belong to the community garden shed or are they private property?
The signature on this letter belongs to a famous author from the 19th century.

Belong in a sentence: a necessary word when it comes to property!

I hope you have had fun reading through today’s examples of belong in a sentence (along with belonging in a sentence, too!). It really is an essential word if we want to talk about our possessions, but not only that. If we want to explain a feeling of contentment at being in a group, then the phrase “sense of belonging” is a really accurate one to use!