Although prepositions are small words, they are very important. Here are some common mistakes in the use of prepositions. Incorrect: Although he is clever, he lacks of experience. Correct: Although he is clever, he lacks experience. Incorrect: The train is now approaching to Bhopal. Correct: The train is now approaching Bhopal. Incorrect: We were not allowed to enter into the house. Correct: We were not allowed to enter the house. Explanations The verbs lack, approach and enter are directly followed by objects without prepositions. Other verbs that do not normally take prepositions are: discuss, marry and resemble. Incorrect: See you on next Friday. Correct: See you next Friday. Incorrect: I will never forget meeting her on that afternoon. Correct: I will never forget meeting her that afternoon.
Posted on: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 16:46:18 +0000