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What is an Adverb Position?

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What is an Adverb Position?

Adverbs and adverb phrases: position - English Grammar Today - a reference to written and spoken English grammar and usage - SpeakoClub
Definition

An adverb of position is a word that describes where something is located. 

For example, the word "here" is an adverb of position. Adverbs of position are often used to describe where someone is located in relation to something else. 

For example, you might say "I'm over here" to describe your location to someone else.

Types adverb of position

There are four types of adverbs of position:

1. Fronting

2. Extraposed

3. Central

4. Backing

  • Fronting adverbs are placed before the subject of the sentence. 

For example:

"Unfortunately, I won't be able to make it to your party."

  • Extraposed adverbs are placed after the subject of the sentence. 

For example:

"I'm afraid I won't be able to make it to your party."

  • Central adverbs are placed between the subject and the verb of the sentence. 

For example:

"I can't really make it to your party."

  • Backing adverbs are placed after the verb of the sentence.

For example:

"I'll try to make it to your party."

Examples
  • The cat slept on the windowsill.
  • I put the book on the table.
  • Under the bed, I found a toy.
  • The cat slept on the windowsill.
  • He was standing outside.

Conclusion

Adverb of position describes the position of anything in a sentence.

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