Preposition Solutions (HS)
Most Important Preposition
Abide
by (To accept or
follow a rule, decision, or law)
Example:
You must abide by the rules of the competition.
One
must abide by one's promise.
Accuse
of (To say that
someone is guilty of something)
Example:
He was accused of stealing the money.
Adapt
to (To change to
fit new conditions)
Example:
It can take time to adapt to a new environment.
Agree
with (With person)
Agree
To (agree or
disagree with a proposal, plan, advice, suggestion, etc)
He
is agreed with me on this point.
He
isn't agreed to my suggestion.
Angry
with (with person)
Angry
at (fault or
mistake made by a person)
The
captain was angry with the players.
Mother
was angry at my misconduct.
Annoy
with (With person)
Annoy
at (fault or
mistake made by a person)
The
teacher was annoyed with the students.
Father
was annoyed at my behavior.
Apply to (apply to a person)
Apply for (‘Apply for’ means to apply
for something)
E.g.-
I applied to the principal.
I
applied for the post of a teacher.
Ask
for (To request something.)
Example:
I need to ask for a few more details before making a decision.
Believe
in (To have confidence or faith in something or someone)
Example:
She believes in hard work.
Blame
for (To say that someone is responsible for something bad)
Example:
He blames me for the failure of the project.
Break
into (To force entry into a place, typically to steal)
Example:
The thief managed to break into the house at night.
Across (Moving from one side to the
other)
Along (It means moving straight)
He
sails across the sea.
He
walks along the street.
Beside (nearby)
Besides
(in addition to)
E.g.-He
sits beside me.
I
have two pens besides this.
Blind
to (completely fail to notice or realise something or ignore something maybe
intentionally)
Eg:
Do not blind __to_ your son’s faults.
Blind
in (Unable to see)
Eg-
She is blind in one eye.
Take
care of something/someone is to be responsible or)
I
take care of my car.
Care
for (To look after or attend to someone or something)
I
care for my wife very much.
Care
about (something/someone is to be concerned about)
Concentrate
on (To focus all your attention on something.)
Example:
You need to concentrate on your studies if you want to pass.
Consist
of (To be made up of or composed of)
Example:
The team consists of five players.
Consist
in (to be based on or to be within)
Eg-
Virtue consists in goodness.
Cure
of (To treat and make someone well from an illness)
Example:
The doctor cured her of the illness with a special treatment.*
Deal
in (Business)
Deal
with (Behaviour)
His
father deals in grocery.
Raju
deals well with his relatives.
Die
of (disease)
Die
from (hunger,
overeating)
Die
in (war or
accident)
Die
by (Suicide)
Die
for (for the sake
of country)
Depend
on (To rely on or trust someone or something.)
Example:
You can depend on me to help you with the project.
Earn
for (To receive money as payment for work or service)
Example: He earns money for his family by
working as a teacher.
Excuse
for (A reason or explanation for something)
Example:
There’s no excuse for being late to the meeting.
Example
of (A representative or typical case of something.)
Example:
She is a perfect example of hard work and dedication.
Examine
for (To inspect or test for something)
Example:
The doctor will examine you for any underlying conditions.
Focus
on (To pay close attention to something.)
Example:
Please focus on the task at hand.
Form
of (The shape or method of something)
Example:
This is the form of the report that we need to submit.
Frustrated
with (To feel upset because something isn’t going as expected)
Example:
I am frustrated with the lack of progress on this project.
Go
on (To continue)
Example:
Please go on with your presentation.
Go
with (To match or complement.)
Example:
That shirt goes well with your jeans.
Get
rid of (To eliminate or remove something.)
Example: I need to get rid of old clothes that
I no longer wear.
Good
at (to have the ability to do something well, or to have the necessary skills,
knowledge, or experience to do something well.)
For
example: I'm good at playing football
Nick
has always been good at finding cheap flights
Gift
with (a naturally talented implying they possess a special ability)
Example:
He is gifted with a good voice
Glance
at (To look at something quickly.)
Example:
She just glanced at the letter and put it down.
Help
with (To assist someone in doing something.)
Example:
Can you help me with my homework?
Hope
for (To wish or desire for something to happen.)
Example:
We hope for good weather on the day of the event.
Involve
in (To include someone in an activity or situation)
Example:
She got involved in charity work after her retirement.
Indulge
in (To enjoy or give in to something, often in excess.)
Example:
He likes to indulge in chocolate after a long day at work.
Impress
on (To strongly communicate or make someone understand the importance of
something.
Example:
I want to impress on you how important this meeting is.
Join
in (To participate or become involved in an activity.)
Example:
Would you like to join in the game?
Jump
at (To eagerly accept an opportunity or offer)
Example:
I’ll jump at the chance to go to Paris!
Jump
into (suddenly become involved in a situation or discussion or direction)
Eg-
He jumped into the swimming pool.
Look
at (To direct your gaze towards something or someone.)
Example:
Look at the beautiful painting on the wall!
Long
for (To have a strong desire for something that is usually out of reach)
Example:
She longed for a vacation after months of work.
Laugh
at (To mock or find something humorous.)
Example:
They laughed at my jokes during the party.
Live
on (To survive or continue to exist on a particular thing, usually referring to
food or income.)
Example:
They live on a small farm outside the city.
Live
by (livelihood/profession)
Example:
He lives by begging
Meet
with (To have a planned or formal meeting with someone)
Example:
I need to meet with my supervisor to discuss the project.
Move
on (To stop thinking about something or to progress to a new stage.)
Example:
It’s time to move on from the past and look to the future.
Motivate
for (To inspire someone to take action or work harder.)
Example:
Her speech really motivated the team for the upcoming match.
Need
for (To require something.)
Example:
There’s a growing need for skilled workers in the tech industry.
Object
to (To express or feel disapproval of something.)
Example:
I object to the idea of working on weekends.
Prepare
for (To get ready for something in advance.)
Example:
We need to prepare for the presentation tomorrow.
Prevent
from (To stop or hinder something from happening.)
Example:
This medication will prevent you from getting sick.
Participate
in (To take part in an activity or event.)
Example:
She decided to participate in the charity marathon.
Proud
of (To feel deep satisfaction or pleasure in someone’s achievements.)
Example:
I am so proud of my team's achievements this year.
Qualify
for (To meet the necessary standards or conditions for something.)
Example:
He qualifies for a scholarship based on his grades.
Question
about (To ask for information or clarification on something.)
Example:
Do you have any questions about the report?
Respond
to (To reply or react to something.)
Example:
Please respond to the email as soon as possible.
Rely
on (To depend on someone or something for support or help.)
Example:
You can rely on me to help with the project.
Remind
of (To cause someone to recall or think of something.)
Example:
This song reminds me of my childhood.
Succeed
in (To achieve a goal or complete a task successfully.)
Example:
She succeeded in completing the marathon.
Stay
with (To remain or reside with someone.)
Example:
I will stay with my aunt while I visit the city.
Struggle
with (To have difficulty or face challenges in doing something.)
Example:
He struggles with the complexity of the math problems.
Talk
about (To discuss or speak on a subject.)
Example:
We need to talk about your performance at work.
Think
of (To consider or come up with an idea or thought.)
Example:
When I think of Paris, I remember the beautiful sights.
Tired
of (To be fed up or bored with something.)
Example:
I’m tired of listening to the same song over and over.
Trust
in (To have confidence or faith in someone or something.)
Example:
I trust in your judgment to make the right decision.
Use
for (To employ something for a specific purpose.)
Example:
This tool is used for cutting metal.
Victim
of (To be harmed or affected by something, often a crime or event.)
Example:
She was a victim of identity theft.
Wait
for (To remain in one place until something happens or arrives.)
Example:
I’m waiting for the bus.
E.g-I
must return before 3 p.m.
He
will return within a month.
On
(attached with
something)
Over (if it is not attached)
Made
from (Used when
the original materials undergo a transformation to become something else, often
resulting in a different form or substance.
Examples:
The cake is made from flour.
Butter
is made from milk.
Flour
is made from wheat.
Made
of (Used when the
material is still recognizable in the final product and has not been
significantly altered or transformed)
Examples:
"The
table is made of wood."
"The
necklace is made of gold."
In/Into/On/Onto (You can use either in/into or
on/onto after the ‘get verb’ to mean getting into or out of a vehicle. However,
it should be noted that in/into is not used to mean riding on the back of an
animal, only on/onto should be used.)
He
got in/into/on/onto a bus.
He
got on/on to an elephant.
'Out
of/Off (You can
use either “out of” or “off” after the “get verb” to mean getting out of a
vehicle. However, it should be noted that “out of” is not used after the “get
verb” in the sense of getting off the back of an animal, only the off
preposition should be used)
He
got out of/off a bus.
She
got off a camel.
He
died of cancer/cholera/fever.
The
labour died from hard work/hunger.
Krishna
died in the accident last year.
The
girl died by hanging herself.
Many
people died for the country.
Live
on (on food)
Live
by (source of
living)
Cows
live on grass.
The
beggar lives by begging.
Part
With (leave
something)
Part
from (Farewell)
It
is impossible to part with this job.
He
parted from his friend.
Familiar
with (having
knowlenge)
Familiar
to (Aquitance)
He
is not familiar with mathematics.
The
man is familiar to all.
'Over'
(the usage of 'Over')
Over
is used to indicate that one object is not touching another object. such as-
The
bird is flying over the tree.
The
ceiling fan is over my head.
'Into' (the usage of 'Into')
Into is used to mean moving inward. such as-
The
cat jumped into the well.
'Since'
Usage of 'Since':-)
He
has been ill since last week.
It
has been raining since yesterday.
He
has been living in this town since 2003.
'Within'
- (Usage of
'Within':-)
'Within' should be used before it to indicate that an
action or event occurred within a long period of time. such as-
Mr.
Baruah will go to London within a month.
He
came back home within ten hours.
He
will finish the work within a week.
'Before'
(Usage of 'Before')
The 'before' preposition is used to indicate that
something is done before a certain time, to indicate that it is in front, to
express meaning before. such as-
He
will come back before 5 p.m.
He
stood before me.
I
get up from bed before dawn.
He
reached home before dusk.
'After' (Usage of 'After)
In
the Past Tense, the preposition 'after' is used after the take verb to express
meaning before, after, to indicate similarity. such as-
He
left the place after a year.
He
came after me.
You
take after your parents.
'Under'
-( Usage of
'Under':-))
The preposition 'under' should be used to indicate being
under something, to indicate acting under a person or authority, to imply being
under a command or discretion, to imply being led by someone. such as-
They
are sitting under a tree.
The
students are taking rast under a tree.
He
works under me.
His
prayer is under consideration.
The
culprits are under the custody of the police.
India
become free under the leadership of M.K. Gandhi.
The
cat is under the table.
'Against'
- (Usage of
'Against')
The preposition 'against' is used to mean against or
against, to mean to cut, to lean, to hit, etc., to mean to prepare for
something. such as-
Asoka
led his army against the enemy.
I
said nothing against the dowry system.
He
was leaning against the wall.
The
truck stroke against a tree.
Everybody
should collect something against the dull season.
'During'
- (Usage of
'During'
To indicate a wide period of a particular length, the
preposition 'during' should be used before a known festival or event flow. such
as-
My
father was born during the second world war.
Architectural
wonder of India developed during the Mughal period.
Cuckoos
are seen during the spring season.
We
enjoy mirth and merriment during the Rangali Bihu.
'Between,
Among, Amongst' -
(Usage
of 'Between, Among, Amongst':-)
Use 'between' between two or two people and 'among' or
'amongst' between two or more people. such as-
He
stood between Ram and Rahim.
He
divided the apples among/amongst the boys.
'Till,
Until' - (Usage of
'Till, Until'
The till/until preposition is used to indicate the extent
of time. such as-
I
shall remain here till/until you return.
'Across/Along' - (the use of
Across/Along)
The preposition 'across' should be used to indicate flat
movement and the preposition 'along' to indicate straight movement. such as-
He
swam across the river.
He
walked along the road.
Preposition
HS 2nd year- 2023
1. They will come here within/in/after
a month.
2. I am sorry for
what I have done.
3. She usually falls off
her bicycle.
4. He is taller than you by
three inches.
5. I am not satisfied with
my performance.
6. The police ran after
the thief.
Preposition
HS 2nd year- 2022
(a) I am very much
interested in your story.
(b) The police ran after
the thief.
(c) He has no money with
him.
(d) She takes pride in
her wealth.
(e) I wonder if you could
get it done by tomorrow.
(f) Cut the rope with
a knife.
(g) India is rich in
minerals.
(h) One must abide by
one's promise.
Preposition
HS 2nd year- 2021
(a) He has no ability to
hard work.
(b) Pay proper attention to
your
studies.
(c) I have full
confidence in you.
(d) Anger may be compared
to fire.
(e) One must abide by
one’s promise.
(f) She triumphed over
all obstacles by dint of her perseverance.
(g) That person is gifted
with remarkable intelligence.
(h) I am trying to
abstain from sweets for my new diet.
Preposition
HS 2nd year- 2020
1.
The ship is sailing towards the shore.
2.
Cut the rope with a knife.
3.
I am taller than you by two inches.
Ans:-
by
4.
There was a bridge across the river.
5.
We depend on you.
6.
He begged for help from me.
7.
I do not believe in his honesty.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2019
1.
What is the time by your watch now?
2.
The students of this college have free access to the
Principal.
3.
You should take proper care of your books.
4.
A sage has no desire for material wealth.
5.
India is rich in minerals.
6.
He is very particular about his health.
7.
I did that without any malice with you.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2018
1.
He is fond of playing cards.
2.
She was annoyed at missing the bus.
3.
Who is responsible for breaking this mirror?
4.
We tried to dissuade her from marrying an old man.
5.
They are thinking of moving to another house.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2017
1.
I met him on the road.
2.
I congratulate you on your success.
3.
John was annoyed with his mother.
4.
We are not interested in your story.
5.
The work should be finished by next Friday.
6.
He was frightened by the noise.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2016
1.
The train arrived at the platform a minute ago.
2.
The children were looking forward to their visit to
Kaziranga.
3.
I have to finish this report by tonight.
4.
The girl standing between the two boys, is their sister.
5.
Douglas jumped into the swimming pool.
6.
The office is closed on Second and fourth Saturdays.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2015
1.
I have heard a lot about you from your class teacher.
2.
His father is a principal of a school in Jorhat.
3.
Please sit down for a minute.
4.
Tom is addicted to gambling.
5.
Don’t be afraid of telling the truth.
6.
Sheila is proud of her beauty.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2014
1.
The train arrived at the station a minute ago.
2.
My birthday is on 24 August.
3.
The office is closed on the second and fourth Saturdays.
4.
Our school is at Chandmari.
5.
We have been staying in a hotel near the bus stop.
6.
The girl standing between the two boys, is their sister.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2013
1.
We informed the police about the theft in the house.
2.
The children were looking forward to their visit to
Shillong.
3.
I spoke to her at the office.
4.
Did you enjoy yourself in the party last night?
5.
The girl standing between the two boys is their sister.
6.
Flour is made from wheat.
1.
My teacher is pleased with me.
2.
The picture is hung on the wall.
3.
We should abstain from smoking.
4.
The train is bound for Kolkata.
5.
He was debarred from appearing at the examination.
6.
I never hanker after money.
7.
He died in the accident.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2010
1.
This book belongs to me.
2.
Do not wink at your son’s fault.
3.
The teacher was astonished at Radha’s conduct.
4.
I know him by name.
5.
Smriti did the work in his absence.
6.
I met him on my way to the market.
7.
Your application is under consideration.
8.
Do not boast of wealth.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2009
1.
He was annoyed at Rita’s conduct.
2.
You can confide in me.
3.
He is guilty of theft.
4.
The ship is bound for England.
5.
She prefers tea to coffee.
6.
He was brought up by his aunt.
7.
The little girl is pleased with her dress.
8.
You can rely on me.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2008
1.
He spoke to me in English.
2.
Butter is made from milk.
3.
A true friend will always stand by you in difficult times.
4.
He has a great fondness for children.
5.
The doctor advised him to abstain from smoking.
6.
I visited Shillong during the summer holidays.
7.
The pen is often compared to a sword.
8.
My uncle deals in groceries.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2007
1.
My father sent me the parcel by post.
2.
Where do you come from ?
3.
I paid him in cash.
4.
A modest man does not boast of his achievement.
5.
I started for school very late this morning.
6.
The sick woman has no one to look after her.
7.
I shall do it for/with pleasure.
8.
I congratulate you on your success.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2006
1.
She cannot part from her mother.
2.
He regarded it as a slur on/upon his social standing.
3.
Butter is made from milk.
4.
Do not blind to your son’s faults.
5.
He is averse to hard work.
6.
The arrested man was acquitted of the charge of murder.
7.
I am confident of success.
8.
He takes pride in his wealth.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2005
I
congratulate you on your success.
2.
John has no taste for music.
3.
I am astonished at your conduct.
4.
My father was born on August 15, 1947.
5.
The ship is bound for England.
6.
She prefers tea to coffee.
7.
The master frowned with the servant.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2004
1.
It always gets cool here in the evening.
2.
The family are all gathering again at Christmas.
3.
I wonder if you could get it done by tomorrow.
4.
He has been living in his new house since last week.
5.
The train to Delhi leaves in a few minutes.
6.
Why does she prefer to sit in the back of the class?
7.
Kings used to lead their armies against the enemy in
person.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2003
1.
I will meet you there at six o’clock sharp.
Ans:-
at
2.
The applications must be handed in by December 31 .
3.
Cuckoos can be seen in the spring.
4.
Soldiers in their battle dress look very smart.
5.
He is a bad rider. He is always falling off his bicycle.
6.
He still comes to see me from time to time.
7.
It has been the same old story every since he was a little
boy.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2002
1.
He is at work now.
2.
You must suffer for your misdeeds.
3.
She writes with her left hand.
4.
We should rely on our own efforts.
5.
He has no money with him.
6.
Jatin is sorry for what he has done.
7.
He said this on oath.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2001
1.
He is on the way to Delhi.
2.
The food is not to my taste.
3.
She is playing on a violin.
4.
I am confident of success.
5.
The little girl was pleased with her new dress.
6.
The examination is at hand.
Preposition
HS 2nd year-2000
1.
He will come here in a week.
2.
I was speaking to a friend.
3.
We were not interested in your story.
4.
The police ran after the thief.
5.
We shall be back by 4 o’clock.
6.
I am angry at your conduct.
7.
The office is closed on Second and fourth Saturdays.
8.
Did you enjoy yourself at the party last night?
Ans. At
HS 2025
1. Your story is devoid of truth.
2. Hydrogen combines with oxygen to form
water.
3. Prof. Singh delivered a lecture on
nuclear fusion.
4. He has been ill since the last three
years. (for also correct)
5. Last night a thief broke into my
house.
6. The examination is at hand.
7. He is on trial now.
Related chapters:
HS Grammar Solutions
HS Writing Section Solutions
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