Preposition of manner with examples

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: January 24, 2025

1. By

  • Indicates the method or means:
    • He traveled by train.
    • She sent the package by courier.

2. With

  • Refers to the instrument or tool used:
    • He cut the paper with scissors.
    • She painted the picture with a brush.

3. In

  • Refers to a specific way or style:
    • She spoke in a polite manner.
    • He wrote the essay in a hurry.

4. Like

  • Compares the manner to something else:
    • He runs like a professional athlete.
    • She dances like a ballerina.

5. As

  • Refers to a specific role or function:
    • He works as a teacher.
    • She spoke as a representative of the group.

6. Through

  • Indicates the process or medium:
    • She achieved her goal through hard work.
    • He solved the problem through logical reasoning.

7. Without

  • Refers to the absence of a certain manner or tool:
    • He completed the task without any help.
    • She managed the situation without hesitation.

8. About

  • Indicates the way someone behaves or feels:
    • She was careless about her work.
    • He is particular about his appearance.

These prepositions express the way something is done, the tools used, or the attitude behind an action. Would you like further clarification or examples?

 

 

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Here’s a comprehensive list of prepositions of manner with their explanations and examples:


1. By

Indicates the method, means, or way something is done.

  • She traveled by car.
  • He learned by observing others.

2. With

Refers to the instrument, tool, or aid used to perform an action.

  • She cut the paper with scissors.
  • He wrote the letter with a pen.

3. In

Describes the way or condition in which something happens.

  • He shouted in anger.
  • She performed the task in a professional manner.

4. Like

Expresses similarity in manner.

  • He runs like a professional athlete.
  • She dances like a swan.

5. As

Indicates a role, status, or function in which something is done.

  • He works as a teacher.
  • She acted as the spokesperson for the group.

6. Through

Shows the process or medium by which something happens.

  • He achieved success through hard work.
  • She conveyed her message through a translator.

7. Without

Refers to the absence of certain tools or behavior.

  • She completed the project without any help.
  • He worked without hesitation.

8. About

Describes the way someone feels or behaves toward something.

  • He was careless about his work.
  • She was very particular about the details.

9. On

Can refer to a way or state of action.

  • He acted on impulse.
  • She decided on her own.

10. Over

Indicates the manner of domination or control.

  • She triumphed over her difficulties.
  • He maintained control over the situation.

11. After

Describes imitation in manner.

  • He spoke after his mentor’s style.
  • They built their house after the colonial design.

12. At

Can indicate a specific state or moment of action.

  • He laughed at her joke.
  • They stared at the painting in amazement.

13. For

Describes a reason or purpose that relates to a manner of action.

  • She worked hard for her family’s happiness.
  • He sacrificed his free time for the project.