Phrasal Prepositions
Phrasal Prepositions
Phrasal prepositions are combinations of verbs and prepositions that function as a single unit to convey a specific meaning.
Here are some common phrasal prepositions, with examples:
According to: used to indicate the source or reference of information.
According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow.
Ahead of: in front of or before in time or position.
She arrived ahead of schedule.
Apart from: except for or besides.
Apart from John, everyone else is coming to the party.
As to: concerning or regarding.
I’m not sure as to his whereabouts.
As far as: to the extent or degree that.
As far as I know, the meeting is still on.
Because of: due to, or as a result of.
The game was cancelled because of the rain.
But for: except for or if it were not for.
But for your help, I would have failed.
By means of: using or with the help of.
He fixed the machine by means of a simple tool.
In addition to: beside, or as well as.
In addition to English, she speaks Spanish fluently.
In front of: located before or facing something.
The car parked in front of the house is mine.
In spite of: despite, or notwithstanding.
In spite of the difficulties, they completed the project on time.
In case of: In the event of or if it happens that.
In case of an emergency, call 911.
As compared with or in comparison with: used to show a contrast or comparison between two things.
His salary is low as compared with others in his field.
In conformity with: in agreement or accordance with.
The design is in conformity with the regulations.
In consequence of: as a result of.
In consequence of the storm, many trees were knocked down.
In front of: located before or facing something.
The car parked in front of the house is mine.
Instead of: in place of or as a substitute for.
I had tea instead of coffee this morning.
In the event of: if something happens or in case.
In the event of a fire, use the emergency exits.
In view of: taking into consideration or considering.
In view of recent developments, we need to reassess our plan.
On behalf of: as a representative of or in the interest of.
I am writing this letter on behalf of the committee.
On top of: on the upper surface of.
She found her keys on top of the dresser.
Out of: no longer in possession or availability of.
I’m out of coffee, so I need to buy more.
Owing to: because of or on account of.
The delay was owing to heavy traffic.
Subject to: depending on or contingent upon.
The sale is subject to approval by the board.
Thanks to: because of or as a result of.
Thanks to your help, we finished the project early.
Up to: in the direction of or as far as.
You can go up to the mountain peak.
With regard to: concerning, or in reference to.
With regard to your question, I think it’s important to consider all options.
These are just a few examples of common phrasal prepositions. There are many more in the English language, and they are used to add nuance and detail to the relationships between words in sentences.
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