Ejercicios verbos + preposiciones en inglés

Ejercicio 1: Completa con la preposición correcta

Elige: at, for, to, about

1. Look _____ this photo! It’s beautiful.
2. I’m waiting _____ the bus.
3. Listen _____ your teacher.
4. She’s thinking _____ changing her job.
5. He asked _____ a glass of water.

Ejercicio 2: Elige la opción correcta

1. I’m _____ my keys. Have you seen them?
   A) looking at B) looking for C) looking after
2. Can you _____ the baby this afternoon?
   A) look at B) look for C) look after
3. _____ the board, please.
   A) Look at B) Look for C) Look after
4. She _____ her grandmother every weekend.
   A) looks at B) looks for C) looks after
5. What are you _____? Can I help you find it?
   A) looking at B) looking for C) looking after

Ejercicio 3: Completa con la preposición

Usa: in, on, from, of

1. Do you believe _____ ghosts?
2. It depends _____ the weather.
3. She suffers _____ migraines.
4. I don’t approve _____ smoking.
5. This book belongs _____ my sister. (Pista: ‘to’ no está en las opciones, pero es la correcta)

Ejercicio 4: Traduce al inglés

1. Mira esa chica.
2. Estoy buscando mi teléfono.
3. Ella cuida a sus hijos.
4. Escucha esta canción.
5. Pagué la cena.

Ejercicio 5: Completa el diálogo

Anna: Hi, what are you (1) _____ (look) ?
Mark: I’m (2) _____ (look) my glasses. I can’t find them.
Anna: (3) _____ (look) this! They’re on your head!
Mark: Oh, thanks! I need to (4) _____ (look) my things better.
Anna: You should (5) _____ (ask) help more often.

Ejercicio 6: Completa con la preposición correcta

1. I apologized _____ her for being late.
2. She insisted _____ paying for dinner.
3. We arrived _____ Paris at 6 pm.
4. He’s thinking _____ buying a new car.
5. They complained _____ the food.
6. I need to concentrate _____ my studies.
7. She succeeded _____ passing the exam.
8. He was accused _____ stealing.
9. We’re waiting _____ the results.
10. This reminds me _____ my childhood.

Ejercicio 7: Elige about u of

1. What do you think _____ this movie? (opinión)
2. I’m thinking _____ moving to another city. (considerando)
3. I thought _____ you when I saw this gift. (te recordé)
4. She never thinks _____ other people’s feelings. (reflexiona sobre)
5. I can’t think _____ his name right now. (recordar, venir a la mente)

Ejercicio 8: Completa con la preposición que falta

1. She spends a lot of money _____ clothes.
2. Please explain this _____ me.
3. They prevented us _____ entering the building.
4. He doesn’t care _____ anyone but himself.
5. I need to speak _____ the manager.
6. She dreams _____ becoming a famous singer.
7. We’re hoping _____ good weather for the wedding.
8. He was cured _____ his illness.
9. You can always count _____ me.
10. She participates _____ several sports.

Ejercicio 9: Traduce al inglés

1. ¿En qué estás pensando?
2. Depende de ti.
3. Me acusaron de mentir.
4. El éxito depende de trabajar duro.
5. Me disculpé por llegar tarde.

Ejercicio 10: Completa las frases

1. I completely forgot _____ our appointment. Sorry!
2. She doesn’t approve _____ her son’s girlfriend.
3. We arrived _____ the airport just in time.
4. He spends too much time _____ video games.
5. They’re waiting _____ the bus to arrive.
6. She succeeded _____ getting the job.
7. I need to concentrate _____ this task.
8. He suffered _____ a serious illness.
9. This car belongs _____ my father.
10. She’s thinking _____ studying abroad.

Ejercicio 11: Rellena el espacio con la preposición adecuada: with, for, on, to

1. I need to talk _____ you about something important.
2. She’s really good _____ remembering names.
3. We’re so excited _____ our vacation!
4. He’s responsible _____ booking the hotel.
5. I’m not familiar _____ this topic.

Ejercicio 12: Completa las siguientes oraciones condicionales

1. If you don’t know the word, you can look it _____ in the dictionary.
2. She ran _____ her old friend from college yesterday.
3. We need to cut _____ on sugar and eat healthier.
4. He takes _____ his father; they’re both very kind.
5. They called _____ the meeting because of the strike.

Ejercicio 13: Traduce usando las preposiciones correctas

1. No me arrepiento de nada.
2. Ella se parece mucho a su madre.
3. ¿Puedes encargarte de esto?
4. El hotel consta de 5 habitaciones.
5. No puedo hacer frente a todo este trabajo.

Ejercicio 14: Elige la preposición correcta

1. He’s been accused (of/for) robbery.
2. We arrived (to/at) the cinema late.
3. She apologized (to/for) her friend (for/about) the mistake.
4. I can’t deal (with/on) this pressure.
5. They succeeded (in/on) escaping the fire.

Ejercicio 15: Completa las frases con la preposición que falta en cada «phrasal verb»

1. I can’t put up _____ this noise any longer.
2. She’s looking forward _____ her birthday party.
3. He came up _____ a brilliant idea.
4. They ran out _____ milk, so I went to buy some.
5. I get along well _____ my siblings.

Ejercicio 16: Preposiciones complejas

1. The government called _____ an immediate ceasefire.
2. His behavior borders _____ rudeness.
3. This doesn’t conform _____ safety regulations.
4. She prides herself _____ her punctuality.
5. He was relieved _____ his duties.

Ejercicio 17: Traduce al inglés con la preposición correcta

1. ¿Te importa si me siento aquí?
2. Adolece de falta de experiencia.
3. El éxito radica en la perseverancia.
4. No puedo responder por sus acciones.
5. El test consta de tres partes.

Ejercicio 18: Elige la opción correcta

1. She was banned (from/of) entering the country.
2. I must refrain (to/from) commenting on that.
3. He was absolved (of/for) all blame.
4. This country abounds (in/with) natural resources.
5. I can’t compete (against/with) him.

Ejercicio 19: Completa con la preposición

1. Let’s dispense _____ the formalities.
2. I don’t want to impose _____ you.
3. We need to guard _____ cyber attacks.
4. She gravitates _____ people her own age.
5. You must abide _____ the rules.

Ejercicio 20: Más preposiciones avanzadas

1. He has been barred _____ the club for misconduct.
2. I must caution you _____ the risks.
3. She delights _____ teasing her brother.
4. You can’t force me _____ doing this.
5. He has a tendency _____ exaggerate.

Ejercicio 21: Traduce usando verbos con preposiciones

1. El nuevo plan no se ajusta a nuestras necesidades.
2. No puedo hacer frente a este problema yo solo.
3. El científico aludió a sus investigaciones previas.
4. El test consiste en completar frases.
5. Lo despojaron de todas sus pertenencias.

Ejercicio 22: Elige la opción correcta (jerga legal/formal)

1. The court acquitted him (of/from) all charges.
2. This contract shall be governed (by/with) Spanish law.
3. He was indicted (on/for) charges of fraud.
4. They were seeking redress (for/against) the injustice.
5. You are entitled (to/for) compensation.

Ejercicio 23: Completa con las preposiciones correctas

1. I object _____ being treated like this.
2. She never alluded _____ the incident.
3. This entitles you _____ a free meal.
4. He was deprived _____ his freedom.
5. You can’t reason _____ a stubborn person.

Ejercicio 24: Verbos con múltiples preposiciones

Completa con la preposición que cambia el significado.

1. I ran _____ an old friend. (encontrarse con)
2. We’ve run _____ milk. (quedarse sin)
3. He ran _____ the clock. (contra reloj)
4. She’ll run _____ the presentation. (supervisar, dirigir)
5. The company was run _____ by a group of investors. (dirigido por)

Ejercicio 25: Traduce usando verbos con preposición

1. El conferenciante disertó sobre temas de actualidad.
2. Prescindiremos de los servicios de esa empresa.
3. Los niños carecen de una nutrición adecuada.
4. No puedo identificarme con los personajes de esta novela.
5. Él incumplió sus promesas.

Ejercicio 26: Completa con la preposición adecuada

1. He was debarred _____ standing for election.
2. They will not desist _____ their efforts.
3. I must dissuade you _____ taking that step.
4. She is enamored _____ the idea of travel.
5. He has been exonerated _____ all blame.

Ejercicio 27: Elige la preposición correcta

1. The movie is based (on/from) a true story.
2. We must adhere (to/with) the guidelines.
3. He was cured (from/of) his fear of heights.
4. I’m depending (in/on) you to finish this.
5. She’s interested (on/in) learning Japanese.

Ejercicio 28: Frases hechas y expresiones

1. In the end, everything worked _____ fine.
2. She takes great pride _____ her work.
3. Are you aware _____ the risks involved?
4. He’s incapable _____ telling a lie.
5. I’m sick and tired _____ your excuses.

Ejercicio 29: Verbos seguidos de gerundio con preposición

1. I don’t feel _____ going out tonight.
2. She insisted _____ paying for the meal.
3. He apologized _____ being late.
4. They succeeded _____ climbing the mountain.
5. We’re thinking _____ moving to the countryside.

Ejercicio 30: Completa el texto

Fill in the blanks: in, on, of, for, from, about, at

I’m interested (1) _____ learning more (2) _____ history, but I often worry (3) _____ forgetting important dates. My teacher insists (4) _____ making flashcards, and I believe (5) _____ that method. It depends (6) _____ the student, but it has worked well for me. I succeeded (7) _____ passing my last exam thanks to it. I also concentrate (8) _____ understanding the context, not just memorizing. My parents take pride (9) _____ my progress and I hope to continue improving. Last week, I ran (10) _____ a book about ancient Rome and bought it immediately.

Ejercicio 31: Traduce al inglés con phrasal verbs/preposiciones

1. No puedo creer que te salieras con la tuya.
2. Ella se deshizo de toda su ropa vieja.
3. Me tropecé con una piedra.
4. El proyecto fracasó por falta de financiación.
5. Presumo de haber conocido a gente famosa.

Ejercicio 32: Elige la preposición correcta

1. She’s very different (to/than/from) her sister. (Todas son posibles)
2. I’m so angry (with/at) you!
3. He was married (with/to) her for 10 years.
4. They were pleased (with/about) the results.
5. I’m sorry (for/about) the delay.

Ejercicio 33: Completa con una preposición

1. I’m not very good _____ math.
2. She’s afraid _____ spiders.
3. He’s married _____ a doctor.
4. They’re interested _____ buying a house.
5. I’m tired _____ waiting.

Ejercicio 34: Completa las frases con las preposiciones que faltan

1. We need to adapt _____ the new circumstances.
2. He contributed _____ the success of the project.
3. She confessed _____ her crime.
4. I don’t agree _____ you.
5. They’re thinking _____ a solution.

Ejercicio 35: Verbos seguidos de «to» o «for»

1. Please listen _____ me.
2. I’m looking _____ my keys.
3. She apologized _____ being late.
4. He asked _____ a raise.
5. This belongs _____ me.

Ejercicio 36: Traduce al inglés

1. ¿En qué consiste tu trabajo?
2. Carecemos de información suficiente.
3. No puedo responsabilizarme de sus errores.
4. Ella alardeaba de sus logros.
5. Me he aficionado a correr.

Ejercicio 37: Preposiciones con adjetivos

1. I’m very fond _____ this place.
2. She’s quite keen _____ cycling.
3. He’s not very good _____ sports.
4. They’re interested _____ art.
5. I’m worried _____ the exam.

Ejercicio 38: Elige la opción correcta

1. The restaurant specializes (in/on) seafood.
2. I must remind you (of/about) the meeting.
3. She’s been accused (for/of) theft.
4. He spends too much (in/on) gadgets.
5. They succeeded (in/on) finding a solution.

Ejercicio 39: Preposiciones con sustantivos

1. What’s the reason _____ the delay?
2. There’s been an increase _____ sales.
3. I have no intention _____ leaving.
4. She has a talent _____ music.
5. He shows a great interest _____ science.

Ejercicio 40: Completa con la preposición adecuada

1. He has a great capacity _____ hard work.
2. She showed a complete lack _____ respect.
3. What’s your attitude _____ this issue?
4. There’s a need _____ more research.
5. I see no point _____ continuing.

Ejercicio 41: Traduce usando verbos con preposición

1. No puedo comprometerme a nada ahora mismo.
2. El médico le recetó unas pastillas para la tos.
3. Me abstendré de votar.
4. El país carece de recursos naturales.
5. El edificio consta de diez plantas.

Ejercicio 42: Verbos con preposición y objeto

Completa la frase con la preposición correcta y el objeto correcto (it/them/me/him/her).

1. She wanted to talk, so I listened _____. (a ella)
2. He asked a question, and I responded _____. (a él)
3. They needed help, so she looked _____. (después de ellos)
4. I saw a great dress and paid _____. (por él)
5. We had an idea, and he agreed _____. (con ello)

Ejercicio 43: Preposiciones con «what/where/who» en preguntas indirectas

1. Tell me what you’re thinking _____.
2. I wonder where she comes _____.
3. Do you know who this belongs _____?
4. I’m not sure what this consists _____.
5. Ask him what he’s waiting _____.

Ejercicio 44: Expresiones con «of»

1. It’s very kind _____ you to help.
2. That was clever _____ him.
3. It was stupid _____ me to forget.
4. How careless _____ her to make that mistake.
5. It’s generous _____ them to donate.

Ejercicio 45: Completa con la preposición correcta

1. I can’t cope _____ all this work.
2. She’s concerned _____ the environment.
3. He’s obsessed _____ video games.
4. They’re familiar _____ the procedure.
5. We’re blessed _____ good health.

Ejercicio 46: Verbos con preposición fija

1. I hope you can refrain _____ making noise.
2. She’s been banned _____ driving.
3. They profited _____ the crisis.
4. He was robbed _____ his wallet.
5. We must guard _____ disease.

Ejercicio 47: Elige la preposición correcta

1. He’s been charged (with/for) murder.
2. She was found guilty (of/for) the crime.
3. I don’t hold (with/on) that theory.
4. They’re hoping (for/after) good news.
5. She cares (about/for) her elderly parents.

Ejercicio 48: Traduce al inglés

1. El éxito depende del esfuerzo.
2. ¿De qué te ríes?
3. No me malinterpretes.
4. Ella confía plenamente en él.
5. El hospital carece de medicinas.

Ejercicio 49: Revisión de errores comunes

Corrige la preposición en las siguientes frases, si es necesario. Algunas pueden ser correctas.

1. I’m going to discuss about this later.
2. She married with him last year.
3. He entered to the room quietly.
4. We must emphasize on the importance of this.
5. They requested for more information.

Ejercicio 50: El desafío final

Completa el texto con las preposiciones correctas.

I was thinking (1) _____ my recent conversation (2) _____ my boss. He insisted (3) _____ the need to focus more (4) _____ our long-term goals. I agree (5) _____ him, but I also worry (6) _____ the day-to-day tasks we might neglect. I believe (7) _____ finding a balance. It depends (8) _____ each team member’s ability to adapt (9) _____ change. In the end, it all boils down (10) _____ good communication and teamwork.