The cat is on the table.
- Language
- English
- Level
- A2
- Unit
- Prepositions and adverbs
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
Prepositions of place are words we use in English to show where something or someone is. They help us describe the location or position of people and things.
When to use it
Use prepositions of place to say where something or someone is. For example, you can talk about the position of objects, people, or buildings.
Key forms
- in
- on
- under
- next to
- between
- behind
- in front of
Examples
The keys are in the bag.
The dog is under the chair.
The school is next to the park.
The car is between the trees.
Tips
- Remember, 'in' is for inside something, 'on' is for a surface, and 'under' means below.
- Don't confuse 'next to' (very close) with 'between' (in the middle of two things).
- Some places use special prepositions, for example: 'at home', 'at school'.
Exceptions and edge cases
- Some phrases use different prepositions, like 'at the cinema', not 'in the cinema'.