"adverb prepositional phrase"的定义和意义

What is an "adverb prepositional phrase"?

An adverb prepositional phrase is a type of prepositional phrase that functions as an adverb in a sentence, providing additional information about a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. This phrase begins with a preposition and includes its object, which is usually a noun or pronoun, along with any modifiers. For example, in the sentence "She ran with great speed," the prepositional phrase "with great speed" acts as an adverb that describes how she ran. Another example is "He arrived after the meeting," where the phrase "after the meeting" indicates when he arrived. Adverb prepositional phrases enhance sentences by adding details about time, manner, place, or reason, helping to clarify the actions or conditions being described.