Prepositions of Time and Place - English Grammar Lesson
This lesson explains prepositions of time and place in simple English, with rules and examples for students and exam preparation.
Rule
Use at for exact times and points, on for days and surfaces, and in for months, years and enclosed spaces.
Examples
- at 5 pm
- on Monday
- in July
Common Mistake
| Incorrect | I was born at 1990 |
|---|---|
| Correct | I was born in 1990 |
Practice Tip
Write three original sentences about this topic, then check each one against the rule above.
Related: Parts of Speech and English Tenses.