EVERYDAY PREPOSITIONAL PHRASES
| Phrase | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| in time | Before something happens | I arrived in time for the movie. |
| on time | At the scheduled time | The meeting started on time. |
| at the moment | Right now | I'm busy at the moment. |
| in the end | Eventually, finally | In the end, we agreed. |
| during the day | In the daytime | I study during the day. |
| at home | Inside one's house | She is at home today. |
| in front of | Ahead of something | The car is in front of the gate. |
| on the left | Left-hand side | The exit is on the left. |
| at the top of | The highest part | He lives at the top of the building. |
| in the corner of | A part where two sides meet | The chair is in the corner of the room. |
| Cause / Reason Phrases | ||
| Phrase | Meaning | Example |
| because of | For the reason that... | We stayed home because of the storm. |
| due to | Caused by | The delay was due to heavy traffic. |
| in case of | If something happens | Use this door in case of fire. |
| thanks to | Because of (positive reason) | Thanks to you, we finished early. |
| in view of | Considering | In view of recent events, we acted. |
| Role / Responsibility Phrases | ||
| Phrase | Meaning | Example |
| in charge of | Responsible for something | She's in charge of the project. |
| on behalf of | Representing someone else | I speak on behalf of the team. |
| under the direction of | Guided by someone | The film was made under the direction of |
| at the request of | Because someone asked | They acted at the request of the boss. |
| Contrast / Comparison Phrases | ||
| Phrase | Meaning | Example |
| In spite of | Although | We went out in spite of the rain |
| Contrary to | Opposite to | Contrary to reports, he didn't resign |
| On the other hand | Show contrast or alternative | I'm tired, on the other hand, I'm happy |
| Other Useful Phrases | ||
| Phrase | Meaning | Example |
| in touch with | In communication with | I'm still in touch with my classmates. |
| out of control | Not managed or restrained | The crowd was out of control. |
| in danger of | At risk of something bad | He's in danger of losing his job. |
| out of the question | Not allowed or possible | A holiday now is out of the uestion. |
| in need of | Requiring something | The child is in need of help. |