[English] Prepositions

MY English : Grammar(2)

The list below covers a wide range of prepositions used in English, each with a practical sentence to demonstrate its use. Understanding and mastering the use of prepositions is a vital part of becoming proficient in English, as they play a crucial role in the language's structure.

Prepositions

A  

    Above: Higher than a point.          The picture hangs above the fireplace.      

    Across: From one side to the other.          She walked across the street.      

    Against: In opposition to.          She leaned against the wall.    
   (반) toward(s): In the direction of.  

    Along: Moving in a constant direction on (a path or any more or less horizontal surface).          We walked along the beach.      

    Amid: Surrounded by; in the middle of.          The castle is set amid lush gardens.      

    Among(amongst): In the company of; surrounded by.         
    ex. He sat among his friends. / The cafe is between the library and the museum.        

    Around: Located or situated on every side.          The fence runs around the property.      

B  

    Behind: At the back of.          The sun disappeared behind the clouds.
(반) ahead of; in front of; before      +  장소 / 시간

    Below: Lower in spatial position than.          The temperature was below freezing.      

    Beneath: Directly under.          The valley is beneath the mountain.      

    Beside: At the side of; next to.          She sat beside her sister.            

    Beyond: On the farther side of; past.          The road continues beyond the village.      

    But: Except; apart from; other than.          Everyone but John was invited.       

C  

    Considering: Taking into account.          Considering the weather, the event was well-attended.      

D  

    During: Throughout the course or duration.          He fell asleep during the movie.    

E  

    Except: Not including; other than.          Everyone went to the party except Alice.      

    Except for: Were it not for.          The room was clean except for some dust.           

N  

    Near: At or to a short distance away; close to.          The bus stop is near the supermarket.   

    Notwithstanding: In spite of; despite
           Notwithstanding his lack of experience, he did well.      

O  

    Of: Expressing the relationship between a part and a whole.          The sleeve of his shirt.     

    Onto: Moving to a location on the surface of.          Hold onto the handrail.      

    Out: From the inside to the outside of.          He walked out of the room.      

    Over: Above or higher than something else, across, (about)       He jumped over the fence.

T

    Through: From one end or side to the other.          She walked through the park.

    Throughout: In every part of; all through.          The museum is open throughout the year.

U  

    Underneath: Directly under.          There's a label underneath the box.      

    Upon: Used like “on” to show that something is in a position above something else and touching it         (up + on)
         He placed the hat upon his head.      

W

    Within: Inside (something); +시간          The thief was caught within the building.      

    Without: In the absence of.         

Complex Prepositions

  

A  

    Along with: In addition to; together with; on top of  
           He brought his guitar along with his amplifier.  

    Apart from: Excluding; other than; except for;outside of         
                Apart from a few scratches, the car is in good condition.      

    As for: Regarding; concerning; as to          As for the budget, we need to discuss it in detail.  

    As of: Starting from a particular time.          As of next week, I will be working from home.     

    As per: According to.          As per our agreement, the payment will be made in advance.      

    Aside from: Apart from; except for.          Aside from the final chapter, the book is almost finished.      

B  

    By means of: Through the use of.          He communicated his ideas by means of a presentation.      

C  

    Contrary to: Opposite to.          Contrary to popular belief, bats are not blind.      

    Compared to/with: In relation to.          Compared to his previous works, his latest movie is a masterpiece.            

E  

    Exclusive of: Not including.          The price is exclusive of tax.      

F  

    Far from: Not at all; quite the opposite of.          His performance was far from perfect.      

    For the sake of: For the purpose or benefit of.          For the sake of clarity, please speak slowly.      

I  

    In case of: In the event of.          In case of fire, call 911.      

    In lieu of: Instead of; in place of          In lieu of gifts, please make a donation to charity.   

    In accordance with.    In accordance with the agreement, the payment is due tomorrow.    

N  

    Next to: Adjacent to; beside.          The cafe is located next to the library.      

    On account of: Because of.          The event was postponed on account of rain.      

    On behalf of: Representing.          I am speaking on behalf of my colleagues.      

    Out of: From within (inside) to the outside; motivated by.          
              He jumped out of the window to escape.      

P  

    Prior to: Before.          Prior to joining the company, she was a freelance writer.         

R  

    Regardless of: Without consideration of.          We will proceed regardless of the risks.           

U  

    Up to: As much as; until.          Up to 50 people can attend the event.      

    Up until: Continuing to a particular time. (until의 강조)    
            Up until last year, he was living in Brazil.      

W  

    With regard to: Concerning; in respect of.          **regard; consideration, concern...
         With regard to your proposal, we have some questions.      

    Within reach of: Close enough to be reached or accessed.          
         The beach is within reach of the hotel.      

    Without regard to: Paying no attention to.   She acted without regard to the consequences.