at
Translation
at, on, in
Examples
I am at the store.
I am at the shop.
The meeting is at 3 PM.
The meeting is at 3 PM.
He laughed at my joke.
He laughed at my joke.
She is good at tennis.
She is good at tennis.
Grammar Patterns
at ((a place)) used to show an exact position or particular place. I am at the store.
at ((a time)) used to show an exact time. The meeting is at 3 PM.
good at ((sth.)) showing skill in a particular activity. She is good at tennis.
Similar Words
Synonyms: in, on; Antonyms: from
Etymology
From Old English 'æt', meaning 'near' or 'at'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'at' as pointing to a specific point, like an arrow hitting a target. 'At' a specific place, 'at' a specific time.