Ending sentences with prepositions

Ending sentences with prepositions

There are four main types of situations in which it is more natural to end a sentence or clause with a preposition –

E.g.

She enjoys being looked after.

Or, He hates being the last one in.

Prepositions can also be used to end relative clauses.

E.g.

They were convinced of the work that they are taking on.

Or, There was so much stress she was under.

Another use of prepositions at the end of sentences will be after infinitives.

E.g.

Thomas has no friend to play with.

Or, What kind of classical music are in interested in?

Test your understanding - Choose the correct sentence from the pair of sentences given below

1.
a. As they were unable to pay the mortgage of the house, it had to be sold off.
b. As they were unable to pay the mortgage of the house, it had to be sold up.

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2.
a. Mr Gupta wondered where the little puppy had come from.
b. Mr Gupta wondered where the little puppy had come for.

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3.
a. Who were you talking to?
b. Who were you talking with?

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4.
a. Martin consoled Brenda that there was nothing she should be frightened from.
b. Martin consoled Brenda that there was nothing she should be frightened of.

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5.
a. The India versus England cricket match was rained off.
b. The India versus England cricket match was rained of.

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