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preposition

🇬🇧 UK/.prepә'ziʃәn/🇺🇸 US
IELTSGREB1

Definitions

n.

(Grammar) A word such as 'in', 'on' or 'by' that links a noun or pronoun to other words in a sentence.

介词,前置词

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
prebefore
+
posplace, put, position
+
itgo
+
ionact, process, state
=preposition

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    In English grammar, 'in' and 'at' are common prepositions.

  • 2.

    Understanding prepositions is essential for correct sentence construction.

  • 3.

    The preposition often determines the meaning of the phrase.

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