6) Prepositions

What is a Preposition?

A preposition shows the relationship between two words. It tells us about time, place, or direction.

Example: The book is on the table.

2. Prepositions of PLACE

in, on, under, behind, in front of, between

Q: Where is the cat?

A: The cat is under the table.

Q: Where is Douala?

A: Douala is in Cameroon.

 

2. Prepositions of TIME

in, on, at

in months / years: in September, in 2026

on days: on Monday

at + time: at 8 o’clock

Q: When is your English class?

A: My English class is on Monday at 9 AM.

Q: When were you born?

A: I was born in 2005.

 

3. Prepositions of DIRECTION / MOVEMENT

to, into, onto, towards, from

Q:Where are you going?

A:I am going to school.

Q: Where did he put the pen?

A: He put the pen into his bag.