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Welcome to the lesson on Prepositions in Kannada! As you embark on your journey to learn this beautiful language, it’s essential to grasp how prepositions work. Prepositions are words that link nouns, pronouns, or phrases to other words in a sentence, helping to express relationships in terms of time, place, and direction. They may seem small, but they play a big role in constructing clear and meaningful sentences.

In this lesson, we will cover the following:

• What are Prepositions?

• Common Kannada Prepositions: We'll explore prepositions that correspond to English words like 'in', 'on', 'at', 'with', and 'for'.

• Examples: 20 practical examples illustrating each preposition.

• Exercises: 10 engaging exercises for you to practice what you've learned, complete with answers and explanations.

By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of Kannada prepositions and how to use them in everyday conversation. Let's dive in!

What are Prepositions?

Prepositions are crucial for indicating the relationship between different elements in a sentence. They help express various aspects such as:

• Location: Where something is (e.g., in the room, under the table)

• Time: When something happens (e.g., at noon, during the week)

• Direction: Where something is going (e.g., to the market, towards the school)

In Kannada, prepositions can often combine with nouns, forming compound words. Understanding these tiny yet powerful words will enable you to communicate more effectively.

Common Kannada Prepositions

Let’s take a closer look at some of the most commonly used prepositions in Kannada.

1. In (ನಲ್ಲಿ)

This preposition is used to indicate a location inside something.

Kannada	Pronunciation	English
ಮನೆನಲ್ಲಿ	manenalli	in the house
ಪಠಣದಲ್ಲಿ	paṭhaṇadalli	in the classroom
ನದಿಯಲ್ಲಿ	nadiyalli	in the river
ಪುಸ್ತಕದಲ್ಲಿ	pustakadalli	in the book
ಜಾಗದಲ್ಲಿ	jāgadhalli	in the place

2. On (ಮೇಲೆ)

This preposition typically indicates that something is resting on a surface.

Kannada	Pronunciation	English
ಮೆಟ್ಟಿಲಿನ ಮೇಲೆ	meṭṭilina mēle	on the stairs
ಟೇಬಲ್ ಮೇಲೆ	ṭēbal mēle	on the table
ಗೋಡೆ ಮೇಲೆ	gōḍe mēle	on the wall
ನೆಲದ ಮೇಲೆ	nelada mēle	on the ground
ಪುಸ್ತಕದ ಮೇಲೆ	pustakada mēle	on the book

3. At (ನಲ್ಲಿ)

This preposition is used to specify a particular point or location.

Kannada	Pronunciation	English
ಶಾಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ	śāleyalli	at the school
ನನ್ನ ಮನೆಯಲ್ಲಿ	nanna maneyalli	at my house
ಕಚೇರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ	kachēriyalli	at the office
ಹೋಟೆಲ್ ನಲ್ಲಿ	hōṭel nalli	at the hotel
ಮಾರುಕಟ್ಟೆಯಲ್ಲಿ	mārukaṭṭeyalli	at the market

4. With (ಜೊತೆಗೆ)

This preposition indicates companionship or association.

Kannada	Pronunciation	English
ಅವನೊಡನೆ	avanoḍane	with him
ಅವಳೊಡನೆ	avaḷoḍane	with her
ನನ್ನ ಸ್ನೇಹಿತನೊಂದಿಗೆ	nanna snēhitanoṇḍige	with my friend
ಬೆಕ್ಕಿನೊಂದಿಗೆ	bekkinoṇḍige	with the cat
ನನ್ನ ಕುಟುಂಬದೊಂದಿಗೆ	nanna kuṭumbadoṇḍige	with my family

5. For (ಕೋಸ್ಕರ)

This preposition is used to indicate the purpose or reason for something.

Kannada	Pronunciation	English
ಓದಲು ಕೋಸ್ಕರ	ōdalu kōsḳara	for studying
ಉಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ಕೋಸ್ಕರ	uḍugeyannu kōsḳara	for the dress
ಊಟಕ್ಕೆ ಕೋಸ್ಕರ	ūṭakke kōsḳara	for lunch
ಕೆಲಸಕ್ಕೆ ಕೋಸ್ಕರ	kelasakke kōsḳara	for work
ಪ್ರಯಾಣಕ್ಕೆ ಕೋಸ್ಕರ	prayāṇakke kōsḳara	for travel

Practice Exercises

Now that you’ve learned about the prepositions, it’s time to put your knowledge to the test! Here are some exercises designed to help you practice.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct preposition from the options provided.

1. My book is ______ the table. (in/on)

2. I live ______ a small village. (in/at)

3. She went ______ her friend. (with/for)

4. I study ______ the library. (in/on)

5. This gift is ______ you. (for/with)

Exercise 2: Translate the Sentences

Translate the following sentences into Kannada.

1. The cat is on the roof.

2. I am at the bus stop.

3. He is studying in the classroom.

4. We will go with you.

5. This is for my sister.

Exercise 3: Multiple Choice

Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence.

1. The dog is ______ the house. (a) on (b) in (c) with

2. She is waiting ______ the bus. (a) in (b) at (c) for

3. I will go ______ my friend. (a) in (b) with (c) to

4. The book is ______ the shelf. (a) on (b) under (c) for

5. This is a gift ______ you. (a) with (b) for (c) at

Detailed Solutions

Here are the detailed answers and explanations for the exercises.

Exercise 1 Solutions

1. on - The correct phrase is "My book is on the table."

2. in - The correct phrase is "I live in a small village."

3. with - The correct phrase is "She went with her friend."

4. in - The correct phrase is "I study in the library."

5. for - The correct phrase is "This gift is for you."

Exercise 2 Solutions

1. The cat is on the roof. - ಬೆಕ್ಕು ಗೋಡೆಯ ಮೇಲೆ ಇದೆ.

2. I am at the bus stop. - ನಾನು ಬಸ್ ನಿಲ್ಲುವಲ್ಲಿ ಇದ್ದೇನೆ.

3. He is studying in the classroom. - ಅವನು ಪಠಣದಲ್ಲಿ ಓದುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾನೆ.

4. We will go with you. - ನಾವು ನಿಮಗಾಗಿ ಹೋಗುತ್ತೇವೆ.

5. This is for my sister. - ಇದು ನನ್ನ ಅಕ್ಕನಿಗೆ.

Exercise 3 Solutions

1. (b) in - The dog is in the house.

2. (b) at - She is waiting at the bus.

3. (b) with - I will go with my friend.

4. (a) on - The book is on the shelf.

5. (b) for - This is a gift for you.

As you practice, remember that learning a language is a journey. Be patient with yourself and enjoy the process!

In this lesson, we’ve explored the essential role of prepositions in Kannada. By learning and practicing these prepositions, you can enhance your ability to create meaningful sentences and communicate more effectively.

Table of Contents - Kannada Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Basic Greetings and Introductions

• Greetings
• Introductions

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Alphabet and Pronunciation

• Vowels
• Consonants
• Conjuncts

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Numbers and Time

• Numbers
• Days and Months
• Telling Time

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Nouns and Pronouns

• Nouns
• Pronouns

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Common Verbs and Actions

• Basic Verbs
• Everyday Actions

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Verb Conjugation

• Present Tense
• Past Tense
• Future Tense

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Describing People
• Describing Places
• Adverbs

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Prepositions and Conjunctions

• Prepositions
• Conjunctions

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Food and Drink

• Meals and Ingredients
• Ordering at a Restaurant

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Kannada Customs and Festivals

• Customs
• Festivals

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel Phrases

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Kannada Literature and Cinema

• Literature
• Cinema

Sources

• Class | Most commonly used Prepositions in English (In KANNADA)
• Kannada Prepositions
• Prepositions in English Grammar with Examples in Kannada / Use ...

Other Lessons

• Negation
• Conditional Mood
• Questions
• Conjunctions
• How to Use Have
• Nouns
• How to Use Be
• 0 to A1 Course
• Past Tense

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