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How to study prepositions in English

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Prepositions can be tricky to learn in English, as they often don't have direct equivalents in other languages. However, there are some strategies you can use to make learning prepositions easier:

  1. Study prepositions in context: Try to learn prepositions as they are used in context, rather than just memorizing lists of prepositions. Look for examples in books, articles, and movies, and try to understand how the preposition is used to connect different parts of a sentence. Click here to see reading exercises for every level.

  2. Use visual aids: You can use visual aids such as diagrams, pictures, or videos to help you remember prepositions. For example, you can draw a picture of a room and label the objects in the room with their corresponding prepositions.

  3. Practice with exercises: There are many online exercises and quizzes that can help you practice using prepositions correctly. You can also create your own exercises by writing sentences and filling in the blank with the appropriate preposition. Click here to see a great website.

  4. Read and listen to English: Reading and listening to English materials such as books, articles, podcasts, and movies can help you develop a better understanding of how prepositions are used in context. Click here for a popular app to practise your English listening.

  5. Learn common preposition collocations: Certain prepositions are commonly used with certain verbs, adjectives, and nouns. Learning these collocations can help you use prepositions more naturally and accurately.

Remember that learning prepositions takes time and practice. Don't be discouraged if you don't master them immediately, and keep practicing until you feel confident using them correctly.