Mastering English Prepositions: In, On, At, By, and More

Name: Mastering English Prepositions: In, On, At, By, and More
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Learn English prepositions for time and place — master In, On, At, By, During, While, For & Since with clear rules

Created byDustin Morden

Last updated 8/2025

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What you'll learn

Understand the most commonly used prepositions and how they function in everyday English.
Use prepositions correctly in context when talking about time, place, direction, and abstract ideas.
Avoid common mistakes English learners make with prepositions, especially in spoken and written communication.
Gain confidence in forming natural-sounding sentences using prepositional phrases and expressions.

Course content

7 sections • 17 lectures • 3h 36m total length

Introduction4:23
Hello everyone and welcome! This is the introduction to the course!

In: Prepostions of Time14:31
By the end of this section, students will be able to use the preposition of time in accurately and confidently.
On Prepostion of Time12:33
At: Prepostion of Time7:43
Explore how at marks time precisely, from clock times to moments like noon or midnight, holiday periods, weekends, ages, and simultaneous actions.
In, On, At – Time (Story + Listening)12:20
Explore in, on, and at as prepositions of time through realistic reading and listening activities, with stories like Tom's day, Emma's birthday, and a market announcement.
Quiz: Using “In” for Time
Quiz: Using “On” for Time
Quiz: Using “At” for Time

In: Prepostions of Place8:35
Explore in as a preposition of place, showing how it signals inside borders or boundaries, from rooms and buildings to cities, continents, and bodies of water.
On: Prepostion of Place8:03
Explore how 'on' functions as a preposition of place, used with surfaces, walls, lines, devices, transport, streets, floors, islands, and more, with examples from everyday contexts.
At: Prepostion of Place11:19
In, On, At – Place (Story + Listening)20:04
Explore how to use in, on, and at to describe place through realistic readings and listening tasks, with comprehension checks, featuring the market, museum, train station, and grandma's house.
Quiz: Using “In” for Place
Quiz: Using “On” for Place
Quiz: Using “At” for Place

Preposition of Time: For – Talking About Duration13:09
Master the preposition for as a time preposition to express duration, learn how long something lasts with specific and non-specific time phrases, and practice with speaking questions.
Preposition of Time: Since – Talking About the Starting Point12:18
Explore how since marks the starting point of an action in time. Use Marco's job timeline and Anna's routine as examples to practice with readings, listening, and speaking questions.
Prepositions of Time: For vs. Since – See the Difference13:19
Explore the difference between for and since for duration and starting points, using Amira's journey and Julian's gym routine through reading, listening, and speaking activities.
Quiz: Using “For” vs. “Since”

Preposition of Time: During – Talking About Events and Periods11:58
Explore how to use during, a preposition of time, to describe actions inside a specific time period with real-life examples like a storm, a blackout, and a trip.
Conjunction: While – Talking About Simultaneous Actions13:56
During vs. While – Understanding Time and Actions15:13
Explore the difference between during and while, using time expressions and noun versus subject-verb usage, with examples like the movie to show two actions in the same time frame.
Quiz: Using “During” vs. “While”

Requirements

A basic understanding of English (A2–B1 level is ideal, but motivated beginners are welcome!) A desire to improve your English grammar and sound more natural when speaking or writing No special tools or software needed — just a notebook and a willingness to learn!

Description

Prepositions are small words with a big impact on your English. Many learners struggle with when to use in, on, at, by, during, while, for, and since. The rules can feel confusing, and mistakes can make your English sound unnatural. This course will give you the clarity and confidence you need to use them correctly in both time and place expressions.

In this step-by-step course, you will:

Learn how to use in, on, at for time and place with clear explanations and examples.

Understand the differences between by, during, and while so you can choose the right one every time.

Master for and since to talk about duration and starting points.

Practice with interactive exercises, quizzes, and real-life examples to make the rules stick.

You’ll start with simple concepts and build up to more advanced uses, always focusing on practical, everyday English. Each lesson is short and easy to follow, so you can learn at your own pace.

By the end of this course, you will be able to use prepositions naturally and correctly, whether you’re speaking, writing, or taking an exam. Say goodbye to guessing and start speaking with confidence today in all your daily English conversations everywhere you go.

Who this course is for:

English learners at the A2 to B2 level who want to master prepositions and sound more natural when speaking or writing Students who often feel confused about when and how to use prepositions correctly Anyone preparing for exams like IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge and needs to improve their grammar accuracy Learners who want to avoid common mistakes and gain confidence using English in everyday situations Busy adults or professionals looking for clear, practical lessons they can apply immediately Let me know if you're targeting a specific age group (like teens or adults) or if this will be part of a series.

Mastering English Prepositions: In, On, At, By, and More

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Introduction1 lecture • 4min

Prepostions of Time4 lectures • 47min

Prepostions of Place4 lectures • 48min

In, On, At – Common Confusing Areas for Time and Place1 lecture • 18min

By: Prepostion of Time and Place1 lecture • 18min

Prepositions of Time: Duration & Starting Point (For & Since)3 lectures • 39min

During vs. While – Talking About Actions in Time3 lectures • 41min

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