prepositions ielts writing and speaking exam tips

The Proper Use of Prepositions When Indicating

Time and Location

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IELTS EXAMS TIPS

When indicating TIME/PLACE – in, on, at

1.GENERAL - IN

Use the preposition “in” when indicating time and a place in general. For example:

PLACETIME

centuries (the 1800s)decades (the 80s)

years (1970, 1980)

country (Prague)city (Cebu City)neighborhood (Chinatown)

Example sentences:

TIME

PLACE

Inflation rate was very high in April and June. 

The board of directors has decided that a brand ambassador will be introduced in two weeks time.

The Sinulog festival is one of the most popular events in Cebu City.The cheapest clothes and bags are in Chinatown.

When indicating TIME/PLACE – in, on, at

2.More Specific - ON

Use the preposition “on” when indicating a more specific time and place . For example:

PLACETIME

days (Monday, Friday)weekend

date (April 1, 2013)

streets (Oxford Street)avenue (Jones Avenue)

Example sentences:

TIME

PLACE

Paolo will visit the cemetery on Sunday.

Trecia and Celine have decided to watch a movie on April 2, 2009.

The Davao office of JRooz Review Center Inc. is located on Bonifacio Street.Nelly bought her bag on Jones Avenue.

When indicating TIME/PLACE – in, on, at

3.Very Specific - at

Use the preposition “at” when indicating a very specific time and place . For example:

PLACETIME

9amTwo o’clock

6pm

address (143 Elmer Street)specific place (the store)

Example sentences:

TIME

PLACE

Christine wants to meet April at two o’clock.

The final game for UP’s volleyball tournament will start at 6pm.

Katniss lives at 143 Seam, District 12, Panem.

James and Peter will meet at Gerry’s Grill to celebrate George’s birthday.

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