There is a lot of confusion about the prepositions of place – AT, IN, ON. They are used to locate something; however, it is not always clear when to use which preposition.
Here are some explanations altogether with example sentences.
AT
AT is used to describe the position of something at a particular place. It refers to a specific spot.
- at the desk/table/computer
- at the bus (railway) station, airport
- at the entrance /door /gate
- at the crossroads /junction
- at the top of the mountain/hill/ building
- at Clare’s house/at home
Example sentences:
- They were very proud when they arrived at the top of the mountain.
- You can call me on my stable phone. I’ll be at home all day.
- Jane was standing at the door when she saw them coming.
IN
IN is used to describe the position of something within a closed space.
Examples:
- In a bus / car / taxi
- In a building / restaurant/ cafe / school / hospital
- In a bag / suitcase / wallet
- In London / New York
- In Mexico / the UK
- in the news / magazine / newspaper
Example sentences:
- She found some clothes in her wardrobe.
- She was watching around while driving in a taxi.
- I’ve never lived in Mexico.
ON
ON is used to describe a position on top of a surface of something.
Examples:
- On the wall/ ceiling
- On the table / desk / shelf
- On the floor / carpet / rug
- On a street / road
- On a river / beach / coast / island
- On the website / page / screen
Example sentences:
- They hang a picture on the wall.
- Your keys are on the table.
- You can find more information about ticket reservations on this website.
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