Definition

Relating to a grammatical structure where a word or phrase follows another word, typically indicating a relationship or function in a sentence.

Example

In some languages, postpositional phrases are used instead of prepositional phrases.

Conversation

Have you ever studied languages that use postpositional phrases?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they're quite interesting.

Yeah, they place modifiers after the nouns, which can change the meaning.

That sounds challenging but also really cool!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Postpositional → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "position" (from Latin "positio", meaning placement). The word refers to something that is placed after or following another element in a sentence or structure.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'placed after' ('post-') another element — that's what postpositional means.

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