Of
Preposition
UK
/É’v/
US
/ĘŚv/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
Used to show connection, belonging, or relation between people or things.
Example
"This is a picture of my family."
"The cover of the book was damaged because it fell on the floor during the move."
"She spoke about the importance of kindness, explaining how small acts of care can change the way people treat each other every day."
Explanation
Of is a very common word used to show connection, belonging, or relationship between things. It helps explain where something comes from, who owns something, or what something is made of. For example, “a cup of tea” shows what the cup contains. “The book of the student” shows ownership. Although “of” is a small word, it is extremely important in English and is used in daily speaking, writing, and formal language to give clear meaning to sentences.