The cat is on the table.
- Language
- English
- Level
- B1
- Unit
- Prepositions
- Practice types
- 0
What this grammar point covers
Prepositions of place are words that show where someone or something is located. They help describe the position of people or objects in relation to other things.
When to use it
Use prepositions of place to describe the location or position of people, animals, or things. They answer the question 'Where?' in English.
Key forms
- in
- on
- at
- under
- behind
- in front of
- next to
- between
- above
- below
Examples
She is in the car.
The bank is next to the supermarket.
There is a picture above the sofa.
The ball is between the shoes.
Tips
- Use 'in' for inside a space (in a room, in a box).
- Use 'on' for surfaces (on the table, on the wall).
- Use 'at' for specific points or places (at the bus stop, at the door).
Exceptions and edge cases
- Some places use 'at' instead of 'in' or 'on' (e.g., at home, at school).
- Do not use 'in' or 'on' before 'here' or 'there'.