10 examples of using preposition in English grammar
Preposition is a part of speech which denotes the position of an object. Preposition sits before noun or pronoun to establish the relation of that noun or pronoun with the complete sentence. It is just a short word used to show the relation of noun, pronoun, and phrases with other parts of a sentence. It takes position in the latter part of a sentence but before a noun or pronoun. There are many different prepositions in English language which are used for different purposes and meaning. Students should know the exact meaning and correct purpose of using each preposition.
Preposition is a short word which is placed before noun or pronoun to show time, place, position and method. Preposition often forms a noun phrase to express modification or predication as per needs in a sentence. Preposition is used to show the direction of some place or something. It can be used to refer the exact time of some action happened. It also denotes the position or location of an object within a sentence. Preposition is used to express connections with other parts and relationship. Prepositional phrase can be used for all the functions when used in a sentence. Based on the usage and purposes preposition is categorised in many parts which are-
Preposition of time, preposition of place, preposition of direction, preposition of spatial relationship, prepositional phrase.
Examples:
- Can you call me after sometime?
- We will reach there on Sunday afternoon.
- The tea table is placed between two chairs.
- Henry hid behind the main door.
- My cousin sister sat beside
- Harry jumped into the river to save the puppy.
- She was staring at me for long.
- We should reach the venue on
- Keep the basket under the table.
- The products will be sent to your home.
All the highlighted words mentioned in the sentences are examples of prepositions.