Mastering Prepositions: The Secret to Speaking English

Fluent English Starts with the Right Prepositions—Let’s Get It Right!

Created byMichael Fourie

Last updated 4/2025

English

What you'll learn

Understanding Preposition of Place
Understanding Preposition of Time
Understanding Preposition of Manner
Understanding Preposition of Agent and Thing
Preposition Recap

Course content

1 section • 7 lectures • 1h 38m total length

Introduction2:00
Mastering Prepositions
Prepositions are small yet powerful words that help us express time, location, movement, and relationships. This course will guide you through understanding and using prepositions effectively in various contexts.
Understanding Preposition of Place21:38
Understanding Prepositions of Place
Prepositions of place describe the location or position of a person or object. They answer questions like "Where is it?" Common examples include "in," "on," and "at." For instance, "The book is on the table."
Understanding Preposition of Place Practice1:55
Understanding Preposition of Time24:44
Understanding Prepositions of Time
Prepositions of time indicate when something happens. They help us specify time-related details. Examples include "at," "on," and "in." For example, "She arrived at 5 PM."
Understanding Preposition of Manner13:13
Understanding Prepositions of Manner
Prepositions of manner describe how something is done. They provide insight into the method or way an action occurs. Common prepositions include "by," "with," and "in." For example, "He wrote the letter with a pen."
Understanding Preposition of Agent and Thing15:21
Understanding Prepositions of Agent and Instrument
These prepositions identify the doer of an action (agent) or the means by which it is done (instrument). "By" is commonly used for agents, and "with" for instruments. For instance, "The cake was baked by Mary" (agent) and "She cut the paper with scissors" (instrument).
Preposition Recap19:31
Preposition Recap
Prepositions are essential in connecting different parts of a sentence to convey clear and precise meanings. By mastering prepositions of place, time, manner, agent, and instrument, you enhance your ability to communicate effectively in English.

Requirements

Willingness to learn.

Description

Course Description:

Are you tired of second-guessing your English prepositions? Ever wonder why it's "in the morning" but "at night"? Or why we say "good at English" but "interested in music"?

You're not alone—and this course is here to help.

Mastering Prepositions: Place, Time, Manner & More! is designed specifically for non-native English speakers who want to speak and write with greater clarity, accuracy, and confidence. Prepositions are one of the most commonly misused parts of speech in English, but they don't have to be confusing. This course will break them down into easy-to-understand patterns and rules, using real-life examples and practical explanations.

Whether you're preparing for exams, improving your business communication, or simply aiming to sound more natural in conversation, this course covers what you need. You'll learn when and how to use prepositions for time, place, direction, and manner—plus master common prepositional phrases and expressions.

What you’ll learn:

The difference between in, on, and at for places and times
How to talk about actions, movement, and methods (by car, with a smile)
Why certain expressions like "good at", "interested in" use specific prepositions
Clear explanations with real-life examples
Practice exercises and a downloadable Preposition Cheat Sheet

By the end of this course, you'll:

Understand the rules and patterns behind prepositions
Avoid common mistakes and awkward phrasing
Feel more natural and fluent in everyday conversations and writing
Build lasting confidence in both spoken and written English

Let’s make prepositions your strength—not your struggle. Enroll now and level up your English!

Who this course is for:

This course is designed for beginners who want to speak more fluently and learn how to use prepositions correctly in different contexts