Definition of "at"

Kid-friendly meaning of at, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "at" mean?

at (preposition) — in a specific place or at a specific time.

Part of speechPreposition Syllables1 (at)

Example sentences using "at"

Grade K–2
Meet me at home.
Grade 3–5
We agreed to meet at the front gate of the park at exactly four o'clock.
Grade 6–8
The preposition 'at' pinpoints location or time more sharply than 'in' or 'on'; you arrive at a station but live in a city or step on a platform.

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