Confusing words: In vs At

Confusing words #2: In and At

 

When should we use IN?

- when something or someone is inside something

- in enclosed space: box, bag, room, house

Ex: She always studies in her room.

 

- in large spaces: country, city, continent

Ex: I grew up in Australia.

 

- in water: sea, river, pool, beach

Ex: The kids are swimming in the pool.

 

- in liquids: water, milk, coffee, juice

Ex: I don't like cream in my coffee.

 

- in printed materials: paper, newspaper, picture, book

Ex:

 

 

 

When should we use AT?

 

- when you're not inside or on top of something

 

 

- when you're at an exact position

Ex: The delivery guy is waiting at the door.

 

- at events: concert, gathering, party

Ex: Maroon 5 performed at her wedding.

 

- exact addresses (house or apartment or building number is included)

Ex: I live at Lot 2, Block 3 Summer Homes, Green Street.

 

- public places and shops (stores, stations, supermarkets, restaurants, etc)

Ex: Can we stop at the supermarket to buy something?

 

- places where we do regular things (school, university, work, home)

Ex: