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“Basic Rules of Grammar”
Prepositions Usage- Using a preposition at the end of a sentence.
Is it improper to use a preposition at the end of a sentence?
Answer: Normally, we don’t end a sentence using a preposition, especially when writing formally and writing academically. However, there are certain instances when you may end a sentence using a preposition, such as when you have a casual conversation or write informally. Just do not use extra prepositions when the sentence’s meaning is already clear without using these extra prepositions.
ON is a preposition that can be at the end of a sentence.
WITH is a preposition that can be at the end of a sentence.
Below are some examples, of how to use the word ON correctly, when writing.
ON
1. How many of you can I count on? 2. Do not leave the light on.
3. What are you sitting on?
WITH
1. That is something I cannot agree with.
2. The issue has been dealt with.
Remember, the choice of using a preposition at the end of a sentence depends on the writer’s style.
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Daphany’s Free Online Writing Workshop
“Basic Rules of Grammar”
To , Too, Two
Does it matter which one I use, when speaking?
Answer: No, because words that share the same pronunciation are called homophones. When writing however, it does matter because all three forms of this word have a different meaning.
To = is a preposition with several meanings, including “toward” and “until”.
Too = adverb that can mean “excessively” or “also”.
Below are some examples, of how to use the word correctly, when writing.
To
● I’m going to the store.
● Those shoes, belong to Katie.
Too
● I love you too.
● Girl, that’s way too much makeup!
Two
● The two of them are incredible!
● I ate two slices of pizza.
Remember, writing should be fun!
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