by Phil Williams | Apr 23, 2014 | Definitions, Grammar, Prepositions
When we talk about walking, we can say you go on foot or by foot, as a mode of transport. Which preposition is correct? Technically, on is more accurate, and common, and in exams you may be marked incorrect for using by foot. But why is by foot a mistake? Or is it a...
by Phil Williams | Nov 5, 2013 | Exercises, Grammar, Prepositions
Choosing between prepositions can be confusing, especially as the same words can follow different rules for different uses. My previous articles explaining the differences between at, in and on for time and place and the differences between since, for and ago for time...
by Phil Williams | Oct 15, 2013 | Definitions, Grammar, Prepositions
At, In and On are commonly confused because they are used in similar situations – mostly to demonstrate time and place. These notes will help you to identify the different uses of these prepositions, and to use them correctly. Describing Time At, in and on are used...
by Phil Williams | Oct 8, 2013 | Definitions, Exercises, Grammar, Prepositions
For, since and ago are all prepositions that can be used for time. When talking about time, they each cover specific times, usually to demonstrate the duration of an action or event. This article explains the difference between them, and when they can and can’t...
by Phil Williams | Sep 5, 2013 | General English, Grammar, Prepositions
We can say a painting is on display in the museum or in a display at the museum. The difference is that on display describes the general action, that the painting is being displayed, while in a display says it is part of an event. This uses a fundamental difference...