Where do we use at for place?
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Where do we use at for place?
We use at when we refer to an address: The restaurant used to be at number 72 Henry Street. We use at the to refer to public places where we get treatments, such as a dentist’s or doctor’s surgery, hairdresser’s or spa: While Liz was at the dentist, I went shopping.
Is it in place or on place?
In – At – On – Place Prepositions
| At | On | In |
|---|---|---|
| a specific place | a place that is physically on top of a place | a place that is enclosed or within boundaries |
| at the mall | on the table | in the city |
| at the table | on the floor | in the box |
| at work | on the wall | in the park |
Are you in Delhi or are you at Delhi?
When speaking about position, in is generally used for large places such as countries or cities, while at is used for smaller places. Since Delhi is a city, you need to use in.
What is correct in school or at school?
Both are correct depending on the context. “In school” means you are currently enrolled as a student. “I’m in school” means “I’m a student.” “At school” refers to your geographical location.
Do you live in a place or at a place?
“In” for Location. Deciding which word you should be using comes down to a question of where. “At” is used when you are at the top, bottom or end of something; at a specific address; at a general location; and at a point. “In” is used in a space, small vehicle, water, neighborhood, city and country.
Do you use in or at for places?
Deciding which word you should be using comes down to a question of where. “At” is used when you are at the top, bottom or end of something; at a specific address; at a general location; and at a point. “In” is used in a space, small vehicle, water, neighborhood, city and country.
Are you in or at university?
The correct preposition is at! For example, you would say: “I’m studying at Harvard University.” Other correct examples using this preposition include: I’m studying for a PhD at the university.
Do I say I live in or at?
If a specific house has a name (think Bronte sisters) then you might live AT the house (I lived at Greyoaks all my life) but if it’s not a single family dwelling (say it’s a hotel, or an apartment building) then it’s IN. You also live IN a town, or a named area of town like Nob Hill, and AT an intersection.
Which is correct in London or at London?
Use in if you are referring to a general place or time. Use at to indicate a more specific venue or time. For example, “I am in London now so of you’re free, please join me for lunch at the Salt Flakes tomorrow.” Hope this helps.
Are you at school or in school?
We actually use both in school and at school, for slightly different situations. At school means the person is literally, physically, inside the school.
Are you in a place or at a place?
Are you studying in or at?
Is it in the park or at the park?
‘In the park’ means inside the park itself. ‘At the park’ can mean in the general vicinity of the park, like in the parking lot or right outside it, as well as in it.
