Prepositions of place
- in – inside: The pen is in the box.
- on – on top: The book is on the table.
- under – below: The cat is under the chair.
Examples
- The ball is in the bag.
- The lamp is on the desk.
Key idea
Prepositions of place show where something is: in (inside), on (on top), under (below).
Remember
Look at the picture and ask: is it inside, on top, or below?