Prepositions in Advanced Structures

C1 · Advanced

Lesson video

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Explanation

Explanation · İngilis + Azərbaycan

Advanced patterns: preposition + noun in fixed phrases (on purpose, at risk), adjective + preposition (aware of, committed to), and verb + preposition with different meanings.

AZ
İrəli səviyyə: sabit birləşmələr, sifət+prepozisiya, feil+prepozisiya — çox vaxt lüğət öyrənmək lazımdır.
CategoryExamples
Noun + prepinterest in · advantage over · solution to
Adjective + prepresponsible for · different from/than (usage varies)
Verb + prepdepend on · comply with · invest in

When in doubt, check a collocation dictionary — prepositions are rarely “logical”.

AZ
Prepozisiyalar çox vaxt məntiqi tərcümə ilə uyğun gəlmir — nümunə öyrənin.

Vocabulary

50 söz — ingilis tələffüzü üçün dinlək ikonasına basın; AZ tərcümə üçün düyməyə basın.

uninspiring adjective /ˌʌnɪnˈspaɪɹɪŋ/

Not making you feel excited, interested, or enthusiastic.

Example: The presentation was dull and uninspiring, failing to capture the audience's attention.

mutually adverb /ˈmjuːtʃuəli/

In a way that is shared by two or more parties and affects them equally.

Example: The two companies reached a mutually beneficial agreement to share resources.

somberly adverb /ˈsɑmbərli/

In a serious, sad, or gloomy manner.

Example: She spoke somberly about the challenges they faced during the crisis.

clutter verb /ˈklʌtɚ/

To fill or cover a space with too many things, making it messy or disorganized.

Example: Try not to clutter the living room with unnecessary items before the guests arrive.

lodge verb /lɑːdʒ/

To become stuck or embedded in a particular place or position.

Example: The bullet lodged itself in the wall after the gunshot.

dislodge verb /dɪsˈlɑːdʒ/

To force something or someone out of a fixed position or place.

Example: The strong winds managed to dislodge several tiles from the roof.

transit noun /ˈtrænzɪt/

The process of moving people or goods from one place to another, often as part of a journey.

Example: The goods were damaged while they were in transit to the customer.

circulate verb /ˈsɜːɹkjəleɪt/

To move around freely within a system, place, or group, or to make something move in this way.

Example: News of the company's success quickly began to circulate among investors.

circulation noun /ˌsɜːɹkjəˈleɪʃən/

The movement or flow of something, such as information, money, or air, within a system or area.

Example: The circulation of fresh air is essential to maintain a healthy indoor environment.

demography noun /dɪˈmɑːɡɹəfi/

The study of human populations, including their size, growth, density, and patterns of birth, marriage, and death.

Example: Changes in the country's demography have led to new challenges for the healthcare system.

demographic noun /ˌdɛməˈɡɹæfɪk/

a specific group of people within a population, often defined by characteristics such as age, gender, income, or education.

Example: The company is trying to attract a younger demographic with its new line of products.

demographically adverb /ˌdɛməˈɡɹæfɪkli/

In a way that relates to the structure or characteristics of a population, such as age, gender, or ethnicity.

Example: The region has changed demographically over the past decade, with a significant increase in younger residents.

phenomenal adjective /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/

Extremely impressive, remarkable, or extraordinary.

Example: Her performance in the play was absolutely phenomenal, earning her a standing ovation from the audience.

phenomenally adverb /fəˈnɒmɪnəli/

In a way that is very impressive, remarkable, or extraordinary.

Example: The team performed phenomenally well, breaking several records during the competition.

paywall noun /ˈpeɪwɔːl/

A system that restricts access to online content, requiring users to pay a fee or subscribe to view it.

Example: Many news websites use a paywall to generate revenue from their articles.

firewall noun /ˈfaɪɚwɔːl/

A system, often software or hardware, designed to block unauthorized access to a computer network while allowing legitimate communication.

Example: The company installed a firewall to protect its sensitive data from cyberattacks.

invoice verb /ˈɪnvɔɪs/

To send someone a document requesting payment for goods or services provided.

Example: They will invoice you after completing the project.

demolition noun /ˌdɛməˈlɪʃən/

The act of deliberately destroying a building or structure, often for redevelopment or safety purposes.

Example: The demolition of the old factory made way for a modern shopping center.

demo noun /ˈdɛmoʊ/

A demonstration of a product, service, or idea, often to show how it works or to promote it.

Example: The company gave a demo of their new software to potential investors.

gig noun /ɡɪɡ/

A job, especially one that is temporary or involves performing, such as a musical performance or freelance work.

Example: She landed a gig as a freelance graphic designer for a major marketing company.

antiquity noun /ænˈtɪkwɪti/

The ancient past, especially the period of classical and historical civilizations.

Example: Many artifacts from antiquity are displayed in the museum's special exhibition.

antiquated adjective /ˈæntɪˌkweɪtɪd/

Old-fashioned or outdated and no longer useful or suitable for modern needs.

Example: The company decided to replace its antiquated computer system with a more advanced one.

restoration noun /ˌrɛstəˈreɪʃən/

The process of returning something to its original condition or improving it to a former state.

Example: The restoration of the historic building took several years but preserved its original charm.

restorative adjective /rɪˈstɔːrətɪv/

Having the ability to make someone feel better, stronger, or healthier after they have been tired or unwell.

Example: After a long week of work, she found the spa treatment incredibly restorative.

rotate verb /ˈroʊteɪt/

To turn or cause something to turn around a central point or axis.

Example: The Earth rotates on its axis once every 24 hours.

itinerary noun /aɪˈtɪnəˌrɛri/

A detailed plan or schedule of a journey, including the places to be visited and the times of travel.

Example: The tour guide handed out the itinerary, which outlined all the destinations and activities planned for the week-long trip.

charter verb /ˈtʃɑːrtɚ/

To hire or lease a vehicle, such as a plane or boat, for private use.

Example: They decided to charter a yacht for their vacation along the Mediterranean coast.

terrain noun /təˈreɪn/

An area of land, especially when considering its physical features or suitability for a particular purpose.

Example: The hikers found the rocky terrain challenging but rewarding to navigate.

resilient adjective /rɪˈzɪljənt/

Able to quickly recover from difficulties or adapt to challenging situations.

Example: Despite facing numerous setbacks, she remained resilient and continued to work toward her goals.

resilience noun /rɪˈzɪljəns/

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties or adapt well to challenging situations.

Example: Her resilience in the face of setbacks has been truly inspiring to everyone around her.

integral adjective /ˈɪntɪɡrəl/

Necessary and important as a part of a whole.

Example: Regular exercise is an integral part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

canoe noun /kəˈnuː/

A narrow, lightweight boat with pointed ends, typically propelled by paddles.

Example: They decided to rent a canoe and explore the calm waters of the lake.

magnetic adjective /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/

Having an ability to attract or charm people, often in a powerful or captivating way.

Example: Her magnetic personality made her the center of attention at every gathering.

magnetism noun /ˈmæɡnɪˌtɪzəm/

The ability to attract or charm people, often used metaphorically to describe someone's personality or influence.

Example: Her magnetism and confidence made her the center of attention at every event.

magnetically adverb /mæɡˈnɛtɪkli/

In a way that relates to or is caused by magnetism, or in a way that exerts an irresistible attraction.

Example: The two pieces of metal were magnetically drawn together, making it impossible to separate them without force.

credential noun /krɪˈdɛnʃəl/

A document or qualification that proves someone's identity, abilities, or authority.

Example: She presented her teaching credentials to apply for the position at the university.

acutely adverb /əˈkjuːtli/

In a way that shows a strong or intense degree of understanding, feeling, or awareness.

Example: She was acutely aware of the challenges she would face in her new role.

prohibitive adjective /prəˈhɪbɪtɪv/

Too expensive or difficult to afford or achieve.

Example: The cost of living in the city center is prohibitive for many families.

prohibitively adverb /prəˈhɪbɪtɪvli/

To a degree that makes something impossible or extremely difficult to do or achieve, often due to high cost or difficulty.

Example: The cost of living in the city center is prohibitively expensive for most people.

fissure noun /ˈfɪʃɚ/

A deep crack or opening in a surface, especially in rock or the ground.

Example: The earthquake caused a large fissure to appear in the road, making it dangerous to drive.

pendulous adjective /ˈpɛndʒələs/

Hanging down loosely, often in a way that suggests heaviness or flexibility.

Example: The branches of the willow tree were long and pendulous, swaying gently in the breeze.

suspension noun /səˈspɛnʃən/

The act of officially stopping something temporarily or the state of being stopped temporarily.

Example: The suspension of the project caused delays in the company's overall timeline.

anthropology noun /ˌænθrəˈpɑːlədʒi/

The scientific study of humans, their societies, cultures, and development.

Example: She decided to study anthropology at university to better understand how different cultures have evolved over time.

anthropologist noun /ˌænθrəˈpɑːlədʒɪst/

A person who studies human societies, cultures, and their development.

Example: The anthropologist spent years living with the remote tribe to better understand their traditions and way of life.

squander verb /ˈskwɑːndɚ/

To waste money, time, or opportunities in a careless or foolish way.

Example: He squandered his savings on unnecessary luxury items instead of investing wisely.

munch verb /mʌntʃ/

To eat something steadily and often audibly, especially when it is crunchy or chewy.

Example: She sat on the couch, munching on a bag of crisps while watching the movie.

adjoin verb /əˈdʒɔɪn/

To be next to or connected to something.

Example: The two gardens adjoin, creating a large shared green space.

adjoining adjective /əˈdʒɔɪnɪŋ/

Being next to or joined with something, especially a building, room, or piece of land.

Example: The hotel room comes with an adjoining bathroom for added convenience.

wizened adjective /ˈwɪzənd/

Shrunken, wrinkled, and often looking old, usually as a result of aging or harsh conditions.

Example: The wizened old man sat by the fire, telling stories of his youth.

graft verb /ɡræft/

To join one thing to another, particularly in the context of plants or tissues, so they grow together as one.

Example: Surgeons were able to graft healthy skin onto the burn victim's damaged arm.

Practice sentences

Əvvəlcə Azərbaycan dilindəki cümləni oxuyun; ingilis dilindəki qarşılığını görmək üçün düyməyə basın.

AZ EN

Biz sizin dəstəyinizdən asılıyıq.

O, büdcəyə görə məsuldur.

Təklifə marağım var.

“Depend on” sabit birləşmədir.

Sifət + prep kombinasiyası yadda saxlanmalıdır.

“Responsible for” iş həyatında tez-tez işlənir.

Yanlış prep cümləni qəribə edir.

Bəzi isimlər müəyyən prep tələb edir.

İdiomatik prep danışıqda çoxdur.

İki dillə qarışdırmaq təhlükəlidir.

Reading task

Mətni oxuyun və suallara cavab verin.

Reading: Prepositions in Advanced Structures

He is proficient in using advanced software. They were accused of stealing confidential data. She is capable of handling difficult situations. The proposal was approved by the board. We are committed to improving our services. He is interested in learning new languages. The team succeeded in achieving the target. She is known for her dedication and hard work.

O nədə peşəkardır (proficient in)?

Komanda nədə uğurlu oldu (succeeded in)?

O nə ilə tanınır (known for)?

Writing task

Bir hadisə və ya vəziyyəti təsvir edin.

Tapşırıq

  • advanced prepositions (in accordance with, in spite of, due to…)
  • dəqiq kontekstlərdə istifadə
  • yazıda peşəkar ton

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Quick quiz

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“We depend _____ your support.”

“She’s responsible _____ the budget.”

“There was interest _____ the proposal.”

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