What is Preposition? What are various types of Prepositions?

Prepositions connect one part of a sentence with another. They help in creating meaningful sentences. Prepositions are used before a noun, or a noun phrase, and are used for indicating the direction, location, time, and position. 

It is important to use the correct preposition as it can alter the meaning of the sentence. So You should practise class 7 English courses  so that you use the correct prepositions in the right place.

What do Prepositions Do?

Prepositions are used to describe relationships between parts. There are many ways to use prepositions in sentences. Depending on the context, one preposition may function in multiple ways.

What are the Different Types of Prepositions?

There are five types of prepositions

Ø  Simple preposition

Ø  Double preposition

Ø  Preposition

Ø  Participle preposition

Ø  Phrase preposition

Simple prepositions: These are the easiest prepositions to grasp by your students. These prepositions are used to describe the location, time, or place using prepositions like at, for and in, off, on. These sentences are made with simple prepositions.

1. There is some milk left in the fridge.
2.  She was hiding on the table.

 Double prepositions: These double prepositions are just like the name suggests. They take simple prepositions, and multiply them! Double prepositions combine two prepositions, which can often indicate direction. Double prepositions can be used to indicate direction. Examples are into, upon, out, from, within, and onto.

1.  The cat got onto the table.
2. We are responsible for finding the right answer.

 Participle preposition: This is where things might get more complicated. A participial proposition (an -ed/-ing verb) is a participle that acts as a preposition. Participle prepositions can have endings like -ed or -ing. You can see examples in words like considering, during, and concerning, as well as provided. These sentences are participial propositions.

1. He did an amazing job for his age.
2. He was annoyed at the situation.
3. He has two jobs during the day.

Compound Preposition: A compound preposition is a preposition that includes two or more words. These prepositions usually contain a simple preposition along with another word to indicate location. Examples include 'in addition of', on behalf of, and 'the centre of'. Take this example:

Phrase preposition: This is a preposition that contains the modifier and object. This creates a prepositional phrase, as the name implies. Examples of prepositional phrases include on time, at work, before class, on the floor, and at home. These are examples of phrase prepositions used in sentences:

1. Before class, we met to discuss the project.
2.  I will make it to the conference in time.
3.  Her footprints were muddy on the floor.
4. His funeral will be private, according to his wishes.

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