What Are Prepositions of Place?
Prepositions of place show the position or location of someone or something in relation to another object. Common examples include in, on, at, under, behind, between, and more.
Common Prepositions of Place & Examples
- In – inside something (e.g., The book is in the bag.)
- On – touching the surface (e.g., The cup is on the table.)
- At – a specific point or place (e.g., She’s waiting at the door.)
- Under – below something (e.g., The cat is under the bed.)
- Behind – at the back of something (e.g., The car is behind the house.)
- Between – in the middle of two things (e.g., The park is between the school and the library.)
- Next to / Beside – close to one side (e.g., He sat next to me.)
- In front of – opposite of behind (e.g., The bus stop is in front of the bank.)
Tips for Learning
- Use real-life objects to visualize positions.
- Practice with pictures or diagrams.
- Make sentences about your own surroundings.
- Watch English videos that describe locations (e.g., room tours, directions).