Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Of”
A preposition showing what something is made of or who owns it.
Word Family Data for Of
We do not have enough verified noun, verb, adjective, or adverb forms for this word yet.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- This is a cup of coffee. A1
- The author of the book is famous. A1
- The quality of education depends on many factors. B2
Origin and Word Formation of Of
From Old English 'of' meaning away, off.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Of
Wrong: The color of house is white.
Correct: The color of the house is white.
Need article 'the' after 'of' before noun.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Of
What are the word forms of “of”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “of”?
“of” is primarily a prep. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “of” come from?
From Old English 'of' meaning away, off.