Prepositions Explained Simply: Avoid Common Grammar Mistakes
Prepositions may be small words, but they play a big role in connecting ideas in English. They show the relationship between people, places, things, and time. Learning how to use them correctly will make your sentences clear and natural. What is a Preposition? A preposition is a word that connects a noun or pronoun to another word in a sentence. It usually tells us where , when , or how something happens. Examples: The book is on the table. (place) She arrived at 7:00 p.m. (time) They walked through the park. (direction) Types of Prepositions 1. Prepositions of Place/Location They tell us where something is. on (The keys are on the desk.) in (She is waiting in the car.) at (I’m at the bus stop.) 2. Prepositions of Time They show when something happens. at (The meeting is at 9 a.m.) in (I was born in July.) on (We met on Monday.) 3. Prepositions of Direction/Movement They show where something is going. in...