1. Prepositions of place
Say where people and things are: in the room, on the table, under the chair, next to the door.
Study placeLearn common prepositions through clear explanations, examples and interactive practice.
How to use this section
- Study the examples and notice how the prepositions are used.
- Work through place and time.
- Compare in, on and at, which are common in both topics.
- Finish with the mixed practice and check your answers.
2. Prepositions of time
Say when something happens: at six, on Tuesday, in October, before lunch.
Study time3. In, on and at
Compare the main patterns for places and times, with examples and common mistakes.
Compare the patterns4. Mixed practice
Choose the correct preposition in sentences about both place and time. Get feedback as you go.
Try the exercisesWhat is a preposition?
A preposition is a word such as in, at, on, under or before that shows a relationship. It can tell us where something is, when something happens, or how one thing relates to another.
Place: The keys are on the table.
Time: The lesson starts at nine o’clock.
Time: The lesson starts at nine o’clock.