How do you know which preposition to use and when?
There are many prepositions in the English language. How do you know which preposition to use and when. Are there rules?

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How do you know which preposition to use and when?
There are many prepositions in the English language.  How do you know which preposition to use and when.  Are there rules?

Answer

Yes, there are rules, BUT those rules depend on the country and sometimes even the area of a particular country.

The United States:I live ON Maple Street.
The United Kingdom: I live IN  Maple Street.

The United States (California): Please stand IN line.
The United States (New York): Please stand ON line.

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The only advice that I can give you:

1. Please remember that prepositions are the "glue" of English. Until you learn how to use them correctly, you cannot be fluent in the language.

2. Maybe the best way is to read - read - read and to listen - listen - listen.

3. You may also wish to keep a notebook to write down examples.

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Buy and English grammar book and read it!!

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