Preposition of Manner Examples with Practise Exercises (Download PDF)

The preposition of manner helps us describe how things are done. Another name for the preposition of manner is the preposition of styles. The prepositions on, by, with, like, and so forth make up the preposition of manners.

Prepositions of manner explain the course of events or actions. They include details on the process used to act. Manner prepositions such “by,” “in,” “with,” “like,” and “as” are frequently used.

Prepositions are used to link verbs, nouns, pronouns, adjectives and adverbs. 

The preposition of manner describes how an action is performed. Here are 10 examples:
She danced with grace.
He spoke in a low voice.
They worked with dedication.
The kids ran with excitement.
He handled the situation in a calm manner.
She completed the task with ease.
The teacher explained the concept in detail.
He reacted with anger.
The artist painted with precision.
They fought with bravery.

The most common prepositions used with “manner” are:
“In” → Used to describe the way something is done.
Example: He spoke in a polite manner.
Example: She handled the issue in a professional manner.
“With” → Used when referring to a quality or characteristic.
Example: He acted with kindness.
Example: She completed the task with patience.

Here are 10 examples of prepositions used in sentences:
The book is on the table. (Preposition of place)
She went to the market. (Preposition of direction)
We have a meeting at 5 PM. (Preposition of time)
He walked through the tunnel. (Preposition of movement)
They live in New York. (Preposition of place)
The gift is from my friend. (Preposition of source)
He is interested in music. (Preposition of manner)
The ball rolled under the chair. (Preposition of place)
She arrived before noon. (Preposition of time)
The cat jumped over the fence. (Preposition of movement)

Here are 20 examples of prepositions used in sentences:

Prepositions of Place (showing location)
The keys are on the table.
The book is under the bed.
She stood in front of the mirror.
The cat hid behind the door.
The school is near the park.

Prepositions of Time (showing when something happens)
We have a meeting at 10 AM.
He was born in December.
The event is on Monday.
She left before sunrise.
The shop closes after 9 PM.

Prepositions of Movement/Direction (showing movement)
He walked into the room.
She ran toward the bus stop.
The dog jumped over the fence.
They drove through the tunnel.
He climbed up the stairs.

Other Prepositions (showing manner, reason, etc.)
She spoke with confidence.
He is interested in music.
They succeeded because of hard work.
The letter is from my best friend.
I am going without my phone.