How do you identify prepositional phrases?

Answer 1

First, you must find a preposition. Then, you find its object by using the following formula:

Preposition + Whom/What = Object of the Preposition

The preposition and its object is the prepositional phrase.

Example:

The child is under the table.

1. Find your preposition. In this case, it's under.

2. Now, ask the question: under + whom/what = object of the preposition.

3. under + table - Table is your object because it answers what.

Answer 2

A prepositional phrase usually starts with a preposition (e.g., in, on, at) and is followed by a noun or pronoun, called the object of the preposition. It provides additional information about the subject or object of a sentence. To identify a prepositional phrase, look for a preposition followed by its object.