What is a Preposition? Test your knowledge of prepositions with this interactive quiz!
Sharpen your grammar skills and learn how to use prepositions correctly in everyday sentences. Whether you’re a student or language learner, this quiz will help you master one of the most important parts of English grammar.
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What is preposition?
Preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or a pronoun and some other word or element in the rest of the sentence.
Example: The cat was on the bed.
In this sentence there is a relation between ‘the cat’ and ‘the bed’.
Types of prepositions:
- Simple preposition
- Compound preposition
- Phrase preposition
- Participle preposition
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🌟 What is a Preposition?
A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or a pronoun and other words in a sentence. It usually describes time, place, direction, cause, manner, or possession, and it helps make the meaning of a sentence clearer.
📘 Example:
The cat was on the bed.
In this sentence:
- “The cat” = noun
- “The bed” = noun
- “on” = preposition showing place or position of the cat in relation to the bed.
Here, the preposition “on” connects the cat with the bed, showing their relationship.
🧩 Why Are Prepositions Important?
Prepositions are essential for forming correct and meaningful sentences. Without them, we wouldn’t know where, when, or how something is happening.
🧠 Common Prepositions
Some commonly used prepositions include:
- at, in, on, by, with, about, from, to, over, under, between, after, before, into, upon
🗂️ Types of Prepositions
Prepositions are classified into different types based on their structure and function. Below are the main types:
1. ✅ Simple Prepositions
These are single-word prepositions. They are the most commonly used.
Examples:
- at, by, for, from, in, of, on, out, to, up, with
Sentences:
- She is at school.
- He came from London.
- The ball is under the table.
2. 🧱 Compound Prepositions
These are formed by adding a prefix (usually a preposition) to a noun, adjective, or adverb.
Examples:
- beside, between, beyond, inside, outside, within, without
Sentences:
- He is standing beside his brother.
- The gift is kept inside the box.
3. 📚 Phrase Prepositions (Prepositional Phrases)
These are groups of words used as a preposition. They function just like a simple preposition, but are made of two or more words.
Examples:
- according to, because of, in front of, in spite of, on behalf of, instead of
Sentences:
- According to the teacher, exams will start next week.
- He stood in front of the gate.
4. 🔤 Participle Prepositions
These are present or past participles used as prepositions. Though they look like verbs, they act as prepositions in sentences.
Examples:
- considering, regarding, during, concerning, notwithstanding
Sentences:
- Considering his age, he is very active.
- During the rain, we stayed indoors.
