English Grammar: Expressing Ability and Emotions

Verb + Preposition Expressions for Emotions and Feelings

• Accustomed to: used to describe a habitual or usual situation (e.g., He is accustomed to having his own office)
• Addicted to: used to describe an unhealthy dependence on something (e.g., She is addicted to watching TV)
• Afraid of: used to describe fear or anxiety (e.g., She is afraid of speaking in public)
• Anxious about: used to describe worry or concern (e.g., Norma is anxious about making the presentation)
• Bored of: used to describe lack of interest or excitement (e.g., I am bored of doing the same old job)

Verb + Preposition Expressions for Abilities and Commitments

• Capable of: used to describe a natural talent or ability (e.g., He is capable of winning a gold medal)
• Committed to: used to describe a strong promise or dedication (e.g., She is committed to improving her English)
• Concerned about: used to describe worry or concern (e.g., Nancy was concerned about being late)
• Content with: used to describe satisfaction or happiness (e.g., Tim is content with winning second place)

Verb + Preposition Expressions for Emotions and Opinions

• Dedicated to: used to describe a strong commitment or devotion (e.g., The organization is dedicated to ending poverty)
• Devoted to: used to describe a strong commitment or dedication (e.g., The money will be devoted to protecting the environment)
• Disappointed with: used to describe sadness or discontent (e.g., Fiona was disappointed with coming in third place)
• Discouraged by: used to describe a loss of confidence or motivation (e.g., He was discouraged by not getting the job)

Verb + Preposition Expressions for Emotions and Reactions

• Excited about: used to describe enthusiasm or eagerness (e.g., The researcher was excited about going to Africa)
• Famous for: used to describe a notable achievement or characteristic (e.g., That actor is famous for being extremely weird)
• Fond of: used to describe a liking or enjoyment (e.g., She is fond of having picnics)
• Frightened of: used to describe fear or anxiety (e.g., She is frightened of being alone at night)

Verb + Preposition Expressions for Emotions and Reactions (continued)

• Guilty of: used to describe responsibility or blame (e.g., The banker was guilty of stealing money)
• Happy about: used to describe joy or pleasure (e.g., He was happy about winning the lottery)
• Interested in: used to describe curiosity or enthusiasm (e.g., She is interested in becoming a doctor)
• Involved in: used to describe participation or engagement (e.g., He was involved in making the movie)

Verb + Preposition Expressions for Opinions and Emotions

• Known for: used to describe reputation or recognition (e.g., She was known for causing problems)
• Opposed to: used to describe disagreement or opposition (e.g., They are opposed to building a new road in the park)
• Proud of: used to describe satisfaction or pride (e.g., He was proud of having completed the marathon)
• Remembered for: used to describe a lasting impact or legacy (e.g., She is remembered for protecting mountain gorillas)

Verb + Preposition Expressions for Responsibilities and Emotions

• Responsible for: used to describe accountability or blame (e.g., He is responsible for causing the damage)
• Scared of: used to describe fear or anxiety (e.g., Tina is scared of being alone at night)
• Terrified of: used to describe extreme fear or anxiety (e.g., The surfer is terrified of being attacked by a shark)
• Tired from: used to describe physical or mental exhaustion (e.g., She is tired from working all day)
• Tired of: used to describe boredom or dissatisfaction (e.g., Margaret is tired of making dinner every night)
• Worried about: used to describe concern or anxiety (e.g., The hikers were worried about not having enough water)

Expressions with Prepositions

• Accustomed to: describes a habitual or usual situation (e.g. He is accustomed to having his own office)
• Addicted to: describes a strong and unhealthy love for something (e.g. She is addicted to watching TV)
• Afraid of: describes fear or anxiety about something (e.g. She is afraid of speaking in public)
• Anxious about: describes worry or concern about a specific situation (e.g. Norma is anxious about making the presentation)

Expressions with Object Pronouns

• Bored of: describes feeling tired or unhappy about something (e.g. I am bored of doing the same old job)
• Capable of: describes someone's ability or skill (e.g. He is capable of winning a gold medal)
• Committed to: describes dedication or promise to do something (e.g. She is committed to improving her English)
• Concerned about: describes worry or anxiety about a specific situation (e.g. Nancy was concerned about being late)

Expressions with Object Pronouns (continued)

• Content with: describes being happy or satisfied with something (e.g. Tim is content with winning second place)
• Dedicated to: describes a strong commitment or devotion to a cause (e.g. The organization is dedicated to ending poverty)
• Devoted to: describes a strong commitment or devotion to a cause (e.g. The money will be devoted to protecting the environment)
• Disappointed with: describes feeling unhappy or let down about something (e.g. Fiona was disappointed with coming in third place)
• Discouraged by: describes feeling unhappy or demotivated about something (e.g. He was discouraged by not getting the job)

Expressions with Object Pronouns (continued)

• Excited about: describes feeling enthusiastic or thrilled about something (e.g. The researcher was excited about going to Africa)
• Famous for: describes someone's reputation or achievement (e.g. That actor is famous for being extremely weird)
• Fond of: describes a liking or enjoyment for something (e.g. She is fond of having picnics)
• Frightened of: describes fear or anxiety about something (e.g. She is frightened of being alone at night)

Expressions with Object Pronouns (continued)

• Guilty of: describes responsibility or blame for something (e.g. The banker was guilty of stealing money)
• Happy about: describes feeling joyful or pleased about something (e.g. He was happy about winning the lottery)
• Interested in: describes a curiosity or enthusiasm for something (e.g. She is interested in becoming a doctor)
• Involved in: describes participation or engagement in an activity (e.g. He was involved in making the movie)

Expressions with Object Pronouns (continued)

• Known for: describes someone's reputation or achievement (e.g. She was known for causing problems)
• Opposed to: describes disagreement or objection to something (e.g. They are opposed to building a new road in the park)
• Proud of: describes feeling satisfied or pleased about something (e.g. He was proud of having completed the marathon)
• Remembered for: describes someone's lasting impact or legacy (e.g. She is remembered for protecting mountain gorillas)

Expressions with Object Pronouns (continued)

• Responsible for: describes accountability or blame for something (e.g. He is responsible for causing the damage)
• Scared of: describes fear or anxiety about something (e.g. Tina is scared of being alone at night)
• Terrified of: describes intense fear or anxiety about something (e.g. The surfer is terrified of being attacked by a shark)
• Tired from: describes physical or mental exhaustion from an activity (e.g. She is tired from working all day)
• Tired of: describes feeling unhappy or frustrated with something (e.g. Margaret is tired of making dinner every night)
• Worried about: describes concern or anxiety about a specific situation (e.g. The hikers were worried about not having enough water)