Rule 1: A preposition is always followed by a noun or pronoun
A preposition shows the relationship between its object (noun/pronoun) and another word. Example: She sat on the chair. He walked with her.
Rule 2: Never use a verb immediately after a preposition
A preposition is not followed by a verb in its base form. If a verb follows, it must be in -ing form. Example: Correct: She is interested in learning English. Incorrect: She is interested in learn English.
Rule 3: Use the correct preposition for time and place
- “At” for exact time/place: at 5 pm, at the door
- “On” for days/dates/surfaces: on Monday, on the wall
- “In” for months, years, periods, enclosed spaces: in July, in 2025, in the room
Rule 4: Don’t confuse “to” as a preposition with “to” as part of an infinitive
- As a preposition, “to” shows direction or destination. He went to the market.
- As part of an infinitive, it’s followed by a verb. She wants to play.
Rule 5: Some verbs take specific prepositions
Verbs often “collocate” with certain prepositions. Learn them together.
- Listen to music.
- Depend on someone.
- Believe in hard work.
- Apologize for being late.
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We came __________ Mumbai in 2020.
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The cat is hiding ________ the bed.
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He sat _______ the window.
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I wrote a letter __________ a pen.
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The gift is ________ you.
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They jumped _______ the bottom of the pool.
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The picture hangs __________ the sofa. It may fall any time.
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The village lies ________ those hills. Would you like to reach there?
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He sat _________ me at the table.
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The tunnel goes ___________ the mountain.
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We walked ________ the river on the right. On the left was a line of buildings.
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The bird flew __________ the house.
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The cat ran __________ the street, ignoring the cars.
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He hid __________ the curtain.
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The dog ran _________ its owner excitedly. They were meeting after a year.
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The treasure is buried ________ the cave.
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