The French Prepositions Engine™
French Prepositions Engine™ — Rule-Driven Reference Tool (Teacher Licence)
A hierarchical reference system for choosing between de, à, and fixed preposition patterns.
Why this exists
French prepositions are difficult because multiple rules compete, and exceptions override general patterns.
What this engine is
The French Prepositions Engine™ is a one-page, level-based reference that makes preposition choice predictable through a clear override sequence.
What this engine does well
The Prepositions Engine:
• clarifies de and à usage
• shows fixed verb–preposition patterns
• reduces guesswork and over-generalisation
• supports error diagnosis
How it works (at a glance)
- Identify whether a higher-level rule applies
- Check fixed or lexical patterns
- Apply the remaining general rule
What’s included
- 1-page PDF (colour)
- 1-page PDF (black & white)
- High-resolution PNG image
- Editable Excel engine file (colour), with guidance for adaptation and printing
- Teacher instructions / guidance document (PDF)
- Read-Me file (PDF)
- Licensing & editing notes (PDF)
Who this is for
• Secondary / high-school French teachers
• Sixth-form / senior secondary programmes
• Independent language teachers and tutors
• Language centres and private providers