What is a prepresition?

A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and another word in the sentence. It typically describes location, time, direction, or manner.

Here's a breakdown:

* Function: Prepositions link words to give more information about the nouns or pronouns they relate to.

* Examples: *in*, *on*, *at*, *to*, *from*, *with*, *by*, *for*, *about*, *during*, *before*, *after*

Here's how prepositions work in sentences:

* Location: The cat is under the table. (Where is the cat?)

* Time: I will meet you after lunch. (When will you meet?)

* Direction: She walked towards the park. (Where did she walk?)

* Manner: He completed the task with great care. (How did he complete the task?)

Important Note: A prepositional phrase is a group of words that includes a preposition and its object (a noun or pronoun).

For example:

* in the box (prepositional phrase)

* on the table (prepositional phrase)

Prepositions are essential for creating clear and concise sentences that accurately convey information about relationships between different parts of a sentence.