Pass on to Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To give, transfer, or communicate something (an object, information, or responsibility) to another person.
Usage & Nuances
Common in formal and informal situations for transferring both physical items and abstract things like messages, instructions, or responsibilities. Often followed by the object being transferred and the recipient (e.g., 'pass on the message to John'). Not to be confused with 'pass away' (to die) or 'pass by' (to go past).
Example Sentences
Please pass on this letter to your teacher.
basic
Could you pass on my message to Anna?
basic
I will pass on these instructions to the team.
basic
Can you pass on to Mark what I said earlier?
natural
Make sure to pass on to your friends that the event was postponed.
natural
I don't want to pass on to you any stress from work.
natural