Prepositions of place are words that show where something or someone is located. They help describe position in relation to another object. They are essential for answering the question "Where?" and providing spatial context.

Common Prepositions and Examples

• In: Used when an object is inside a container or an enclosed space (e.g., a ball inside a box).


• On: Indicates that an object is touching the surface of something else (e.g., a ball on top of a box).


• Under / Below: Describes an object that is at a lower level or directly beneath another.


• Behind: Used when an object is at the back of another object.


• In Front Of: Describes an object that is further forward than another.


• Between: Indicates a position in the middle of two other objects.


• Beside / Next To: Used when an object is positioned at the side of another.