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Common prepositional phrases Exercises in Italian language
Mastering common prepositional phrases is a crucial step in achieving fluency in Italian. Prepositions in Italian, as in English, are small but mighty words that can significantly alter the meaning of a sentence. They are often used in conjunction with other words to create phrases that describe locations, time, directions, or relationships. Understanding these phrases not only helps in constructing grammatically correct sentences but also in comprehending spoken and written Italian more effectively. This set of exercises is designed to familiarize you with some of the most frequently used prepositional phrases, aiding in both your speaking and comprehension skills.
By engaging with these exercises, you will learn how to correctly use prepositional phrases such as "a casa di" (at someone's house), "in mezzo a" (in the middle of), and "sotto il tavolo" (under the table). Each exercise will provide context for these phrases, allowing you to see how they function within a sentence and practice using them in your own speech. As you progress, you will find that these phrases become second nature, enriching your Italian vocabulary and enhancing your ability to communicate with native speakers. Through consistent practice and application, you will gain confidence in your Italian language skills and be better prepared for real-world conversations.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Sono andato *al* mercato per comprare frutta (preposition used to indicate destination).</p>
<p>2. Ho lasciato il libro *sul* tavolo (preposition indicating location on a surface).</p>
<p>3. Domani andremo *in* montagna a fare una passeggiata (preposition indicating going to a place).</p>
<p>4. Il regalo è *per* te, spero ti piaccia (preposition indicating the recipient of an action).</p>
<p>5. Ho visto un film *con* i miei amici ieri sera (preposition indicating accompaniment).</p>
<p>6. La casa è *tra* il parco e la scuola (preposition indicating position between two places).</p>
<p>7. Lui è partito *da* Milano questa mattina (preposition indicating the starting point of a movement).</p>
<p>8. Abbiamo parlato *di* te ieri sera (preposition indicating the topic of discussion).</p>
<p>9. La lettera è arrivata *per* posta (preposition indicating the means by which something is done).</p>
<p>10. Il gatto è nascosto *sotto* il letto (preposition indicating a position beneath something).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. La casa è *vicino* alla scuola (preposition for proximity).</p>
<p>2. Ho comprato un regalo *per* il mio amico (preposition indicating purpose).</p>
<p>3. Siamo andati *in* montagna per il weekend (preposition indicating direction or place).</p>
<p>4. Vivo *con* i miei genitori (preposition indicating companionship).</p>
<p>5. Ci vediamo *alle* otto di sera (preposition indicating time).</p>
<p>6. Il gatto dorme *sotto* il tavolo (preposition indicating position below something).</p>
<p>7. Ho studiato *per* tre ore ieri sera (preposition indicating duration).</p>
<p>8. Devi prendere l'autobus *da* questa fermata (preposition indicating origin).</p>
<p>9. Andiamo *a* Roma per le vacanze (preposition indicating destination).</p>
<p>10. Il libro è *sulla* scrivania (preposition indicating position on top of something).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Sono andato *a* casa di Marco (preposition indicating direction).</p>
<p>2. La penna è *sul* tavolo (preposition indicating location).</p>
<p>3. Vengo *da* Roma (preposition indicating origin).</p>
<p>4. Il libro è *di* Maria (preposition indicating possession).</p>
<p>5. Andrò *con* te al cinema (preposition indicating accompaniment).</p>
<p>6. La festa è *in* giardino (preposition indicating location).</p>
<p>7. Abbiamo parlato *di* molte cose (preposition indicating the topic).</p>
<p>8. Il treno parte *alle* otto (preposition indicating time).</p>
<p>9. Studio italiano *per* un'ora ogni giorno (preposition indicating duration).</p>
<p>10. Ho comprato un regalo *per* te (preposition indicating purpose).</p>