Preposition Of Time : At, In, and On

PREPOSITIONS OF TIME: At, In, On

We use :

-         At for a precise time

-         In for months, years, centuries and long periods

-         On for days and dates…

Prepositions with articles and locations

When talking about locations, use at to indicate the general vicinity or area, and in to indicate inside the building, enclosed area, etc.

Important notes:

In:

1. Use “in” with spaces

2. Use “in” with the bodies of water

3. Use “in” with lines

At:

1. Use “at” with places

2. Use “at” with places on a page

3. Use “at” in groups of people

On:

1. Use “on” with surfaces

2. Use “on” with small islands

3. Use “on” with directions

Example:

1. I stayed on Malaska

2. I have a meeting at 9 pm

3. In Malaska, it often snows in March