Through vs Via: Difference and Comparison

Words that show the interconnection between (relation between) a noun and a pronoun ( object ) and other terms of a sentence are known to be Pronouns.

Two examples of pronouns are through and via. There is a difference between these two pronouns, and we need to understand that by going into the depth of their meaning.

The preposition ‘through’ is often used in sentences when something is going in from one side /end and coming out of another future. Example. The plane went through the clouds.

The preposition ‘via’ is used in sentences when discussing a path that passes through. For example. to fly to America via India.

Some examples of ‘ through’ are:-

1. The train went ‘through’ the tunnel.
2. The needle passes ‘through’ the cloth.

Some examples of ‘ via’ are:-

1. We can take a solution ‘via’ injury.
2. Please complete the Paytm ‘via’ PatTm.

It is also essential to understand the difference between through and via as they are used interchangeably by many people.

Key Takeaways

1. Through indicates movement from one end to another.
2. Via indicates the route or means by which something or someone travels.
3. Through refers to the destination, while via refers to the route taken to get to the destination.

Through vs Via

Through is used when the continuity of the sentence needs to be shown. For example, You should go through this topic. It represents the movement of passing from within to the outside. Via refers to the path selected to travel from one place to another. For example, I am going to London via Emirates.

The word ‘through’ is used in sentences when some object is going in from one side and coming out of another.  Whereas the term ‘via’ is used when discussing a path of going somewhere by passing from a certain point.

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Comparison Table

Parameter of Comparison	Through	Via
Meaning	The preposition ‘through’ is often used in sentences when something is going in from one end and coming out of another.	The word ‘via’ is a preposition used in sentences about going from one point to another by passing a certain point in between.
History	The preposition we all call ‘through’ is originally a German word introduced to us by the metathesis of an old professor.	Romans and Latins initially used the word ‘ via’ to refer to the ‘path’. That evolved into the English language, meaning passing through a certain point.
As Adverb	The adverb ‘through’ means sending an object from one side to another from the path of the interior. From one end to another.	There is no meaning of the word ‘via’ as an adverb.
Examples	· The plane went ‘through’ the clouds. · The thread passes ‘through’ the needle.	· We can take a solution ‘via’ injury. · Please complete the Paytm ‘via’ PatTm.
Usage in daily life	Some people think of the word ‘through’ as a standard or informal way of storytelling a scene.	On the other hand, people use the word ‘via’ in a professional way of talking.

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When to Use Through?

The word ” Through ” can be a preposition, an adjective, or an adverb. The term is the only legally welcomed spelling.

It is also spoken or written as ‘thru’ in some parts of the world, and the id is now officially accepted as an alternative spelling of the word, which is mainly used in formal writing only or when referring to thoughts.

 The word ‘through’ has different meanings. As an adjective, it means done or finished.

 As an adverb, it can mean backwards and forward, downright, or to the end.

The preposition ‘through’ is often used in sentences when something is going in from one side /end and coming out of another future. Example. The plane went through the clouds.

Some examples of ‘through’ are:-

1. My son, Rahul, is almost through with his studies.
2. The cat ran through the floor.
3. The plane went straight up through the clouds.
4. Nothing went through his brain.

The boat went through the tunnel.

 

When to Use Via?

The preposition ‘via’ is used in sentences when discussing a path that passes through. For example. to fly to America via India.

The word Via is unique. It is one of the little words in English ( only 3 letter words) but also one of the most meaningful words.

It can connect two entirely different lines of the English language, so we can say that it also acts as a conjunction. It is mainly used as a preposition but also has a meaning as a main road or highway noun.

Some examples of the word ‘via’ are:-

1. We can take a solution ‘via’ injury.
2. Please complete the Paytm ‘via’ PatTm.
3. He took the train to Delhi, which passes via Faridabad.
4. She flew from London via Delhi.
5. I will let her know via mail.

Please do not worry; I will call the police via public telephone.

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Main Differences Between Through and Via

1. The main difference between Through and via is that the preposition Via originated from the Latin word ‘way’, whereas ‘through’ is originally a German word.
2. The word ‘through’ is used in sentences when some object is going in from one side and coming out of another. Whereas the term ‘via’ is used when discussing a path of going somewhere by passing from a certain point.
3. Some people think of the word ‘through’ as a standard or informal way of storytelling a scene, but on the other hand, people use the word ‘via’ in a professional way of talking.
4. Examples of through vs examples of via:- the ball went through the window .on. On the other hand, I will let her know via phone call.
5. The word through has different meanings as Adverb, a Noun, and a preposition, whereas the word via has only meaning as a preposition and a noun.

References

1. https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/via
2. https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/through