Preposition is a Part of Speech
It shows the relationship between a noun or a pronoun and some other word or element in the rest of the sentence.
There are different kinds of Prepositions:
1. Simple Preposition:
Simple prepositions are 'short' or 'little' words that express relationships including those of space, time and degree.
Examples:
- The class leaves at 5 o'clock.
- The book is on the table.
- The color of the dress is red.
2. Compound Preposition:
A compound preposition is a group of more than one word used as a preposition.
Examples:
- Break the glass in case of of emergency.
- He had fun in spite of bad weather.
- The school was cancelled because of the flood.
3. Double Preposition:
Double prepositions are words having two prepositions (joined together to make a whole new word) such as into, onto, outside of, within, without etc .....
Examples:
- As soon as I entered into the classroom,the bell rang.
- I cannot live without my parents.
- I am busy throughout the day
4. Phrase Preposition:
Prepositional Phrases are groups of words containing prepositions.
Examples:
- The rabbits hopped through the garden.
- Come into the store with me.
- After school children played tag at the park.
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Please note: The above content does not imply or restrict the scope and application of prepositions due to multiple concepts and applications around this part of speech.
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