Prepositions: Fix 8 Common Errors with the F.U.N. method!
TLDRIn this engaging lesson from engVid, Rebecca introduces a diagnostic approach to mastering prepositions in English. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the correct use of prepositions for time and place to avoid mistakes in crucial situations. The lesson is structured around eight sentences that serve as examples and also as links to more detailed lessons for further study. Rebecca explains the nuances between using 'in', 'on', 'at', 'for', 'since', 'during', 'while', and the difference between 'to' and 'at'. She encourages students to not only guess the correct prepositions but to truly understand them, using the acronym 'FUN' to represent the process of finding out what's wrong, understanding how to correct it, and mastering it with practice. The goal is to help learners enjoy the process of learning English and improve their preposition usage.
Takeaways
- 📚 The lesson focuses on mastering prepositions, particularly for time and place, using the acronym 'FUN' to remember the steps: Find out what's wrong, Understand how to correct it, and Nail it with practice.
- 🔍 Rebecca introduces the concept of a 'diagnostic lesson' which helps learners identify their correct and incorrect uses of prepositions to avoid mistakes in important situations.
- ✅ For the preposition related to cities and countries, use 'arrive in' (e.g., arrive in London), 'arrive at' for specific places (e.g., arrive at the Hilton Hotel), and 'arrive on' for time expressions (e.g., arrive on time).
- ⏰ When referring to future time frames like 'next week', no preposition is needed, which is a common point of confusion.
- 📅 Use 'on' for days and dates (e.g., on Monday), 'at' for specific times (e.g., at 7 o'clock), and 'in' for broader periods (e.g., in October).
- 🏠 When talking about living on a street without a specific number, use 'on' (e.g., on Main Street), whereas 'at' is used with addresses (e.g., at 14 Main Street).
- 🕰️ The preposition 'for' is used with periods of time (e.g., for three years), while 'since' is used with points in time (e.g., since November).
- 🌧️ 'During' is used with nouns to describe when something happens (e.g., during the concert), whereas 'while' is used with clauses (e.g., while the concert was going on).
- 💻 The preposition 'on' is typically used when referring to electronic devices or the internet (e.g., on the internet), while 'in' is used for physical, paper mediums (e.g., in a book).
- ✈️ Use 'at' to indicate a location (e.g., at the airport), and 'to' to denote movement towards a place (e.g., drove to the airport).
- 📈 The importance of understanding prepositions is emphasized for effective communication; guessing the correct preposition is not enough, understanding is key to mastering English.
- 📝 Encouragement to enjoy the learning process and to utilize all available resources, such as engaging with the website www.engvid.com and subscribing to the channel for further learning tips.
Q & A
What does the acronym 'FUN' stand for in the context of the lesson?
-In the lesson, 'FUN' stands for 'Find out what's wrong', 'Understand how to correct it', and 'Nail it' or 'Master it with practice'. It's a mnemonic to help learners approach prepositions in a structured way.
What is the term for the type of lesson described in the transcript?
-The type of lesson described is a 'diagnostic lesson', which helps learners identify their correct and incorrect uses of prepositions.
What preposition is used when referring to arriving at a city?
-The preposition 'in' is used when referring to arriving at a city, such as 'arrive in London'.
What preposition is correct to use when talking about a specific date?
-The preposition 'on' is used when referring to specific dates, such as 'on Monday' or 'on January 1st'.
How do you determine when to use 'at', 'on', or 'in' with times and places?
-Use 'at' for very specific times, 'on' for days or dates, and 'in' for wider periods like months or years. Additionally, 'at' is used for specific locations, 'on' for days or named times, and 'in' for areas or periods of time.
What is the correct preposition to use when talking about living on a street without a specific address?
-The correct preposition to use is 'on' when referring to living on a street without a specific address, such as 'on Main Street'.
What is the difference between using 'for' and 'since' in the context of time?
-'For' is used with a period of time, like 'for three years', while 'since' is used with a specific point in time, like 'since November' or 'since 2012'.
Why is 'during' the correct preposition to use when it started raining at a concert?
-'During' is the correct preposition because it is used with a noun, such as an event or activity, like 'during the concert'. 'While' would be used if there was a dependent clause present.
What preposition is typically used when referring to reading something on the internet?
-The preposition 'on' is typically used when referring to reading something on the internet, such as 'I read it on the internet'.
How do you determine the correct preposition to use when talking about meeting at a location?
-The preposition 'at' is used when talking about a specific location, such as 'at the airport', to indicate the place of the meeting.
What is the main reason for watching the full lessons linked in the video if you get a preposition question wrong?
-The main reason is to fully understand the correct use of prepositions, master them, and avoid making the same mistakes repeatedly.
What does the idiom 'nail it' mean in the context of learning English?
-The idiom 'nail it' means to master something completely, to get it exactly right, which in the context of learning English refers to fully understanding and correctly using prepositions.
Outlines
😀 Introduction to Prepositions with 'Fun'
Rebecca introduces the concept of learning prepositions using the acronym 'fun', which stands for 'find out what's wrong', 'understand how to correct it', and 'nail it' or 'master it with practice'. She outlines that the lesson will focus on prepositions of time and place, and will help learners diagnose their understanding and use of prepositions. Eight sentences are provided for practice, each linked to a separate lesson for further study if needed.
📅 Using Prepositions for Time and Place
The lesson delves into the correct use of prepositions 'in', 'on', and 'at' for times and places. Rebecca explains that 'arrive in' is used for cities and countries, 'arrive at' for specific places, and 'arrive on' for time expressions. She also covers the use of 'in' for non-specific future times, 'on' for specific days or dates, and 'at' for very specific times. Additionally, she clarifies the use of 'on' for days of the week and 'at' for addresses, and distinguishes between 'for' a period of time and 'since' a point in time.
🌧️ Prepositions During Events and with Media
Rebecca continues with the use of 'during' for events and 'while' for actions happening simultaneously, emphasizing that 'during' is used with nouns and 'while' with dependent clauses. She also discusses the use of 'on' for electronic media and the internet, contrasting it with 'in' for traditional paper-based media. Lastly, she differentiates between 'to', indicating movement, and 'at', indicating a location, using the example of meeting at the airport. She encourages students to review and understand the rules, even if they guessed correctly, to ensure mastery.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Prepositions
💡Diagnostic lesson
💡Mastery
💡Arrive in/at/on
💡Next week
💡On Monday
💡Main Street
💡For three years
💡During the concert
💡On the internet
💡At the airport
Highlights
The lesson focuses on mastering prepositions with a 'fun' approach, where 'f' stands for 'find out what's wrong', 'u' for 'understand how to correct it', and 'n' for 'nail it' or 'master it with practice'.
This is a 'diagnostic lesson' designed to help learners identify correct and incorrect uses of prepositions.
Eight sentences are provided with different preposition options, each linked to a separate lesson for further clarification.
Use 'arrive in' for cities and countries, 'arrive at' for specific places, and 'arrive on' for time expressions.
No preposition is needed when referring to future time frames like 'next week', 'next month', etc.
The preposition 'on' is used for specific days or dates, such as 'on Monday'.
When referring to living on a street without a specific number, use 'on' as in 'on Main Street'.
The preposition 'for' is used with periods of time, like 'for three years', while 'since' is used with points in time.
Choose 'during' when referring to an event with a noun, such as 'during the concert'.
Use 'on' when referring to reading content on electronic devices or the internet, and 'in' for physical papers like newspapers or books.
The preposition 'at' is used to indicate a location, such as 'at the airport', while 'to' implies movement towards a place.
The lesson emphasizes the importance of understanding prepositions to avoid mistakes in exams or important situations.
Rebecca provides a strategy for mastering prepositions: watch the lesson once carefully, understand it, and then practice with quizzes.
There are specific rules for prepositions that, when learned, can help avoid common mistakes and improve English proficiency.
The lesson differentiates between 'at', 'on', and 'in' by providing examples and scenarios to clarify their usage.
Understanding when not to use a preposition is as important as knowing which one to use in a given context.
The lesson encourages students to enjoy the learning process, as enjoyment can lead to better learning outcomes.
Rebecca invites students to visit www.engvid.com for quizzes and additional lessons to reinforce learning.
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