of
of
ʌv
av
British pronunciation
/ɒv/ , /əv/

Definition & Meaning of "of"in English

01

used to indicate someone's or something's ownership or relation to a thing or person

of definition and meaning
example
Examples
He 's the director of a successful company.
She is a friend of mine from school.
02

used when stating one's opinion about someone or something

example
Examples
In my opinion, the success of the project is a result of teamwork and dedication.
She is a fan of classical music and believes it has a profound impact on one's emotions.
03

used to indicate origin or derivation

example
Examples
The sculpture is made of marble, which was sourced from a famous quarry in Italy.
She is a woman of great talent, having been recognized for her contributions to the arts.
04

used to express a specific amount, age, value, etc.

example
Examples
He needs five meters of fabric to make the curtain.
He ran a marathon of 26.2 miles.
05

used to express the location relative to a specified point of reference

example
Examples
The town is located south of the river.
The airport is west of the city center.
06

used to denote a connection between a larger entity and its component or constituent part

example
Examples
The pages of the book were filled with fascinating stories.
07

used to specify a particular member of a broader group

example
Examples
The country of Brazil is known for its diverse ecosystems.
08

used to attribute a quality, characteristic, or manner to someone or something

example
Examples
It was kind of you to help.
It was brave of her to speak up.
09

used to indicate awareness or knowledge regarding a specific subject or thing

example
Examples
I do n't know of any available apartments in that area.
I've heard of that movie, but I have n't seen it.
10

used to express the cause or reason for a particular event, condition, or state

example
Examples
He passed away of natural causes.
11

used to specify the substance or material from which something is constructed or made

example
Examples
The house is made of bricks.
The bridge is built of steel.
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app
langeek application

Download Mobile App

stars

app store