That blasted ‘by’

Check out today’s Teatime Titbit: That blasted ‘by’ – back to basics.

The word ‘bei’ in German is well-used but often difficult to put into English because the English cousin ‘by’ is often a false friend.

Here are 5 common mistakes, could you correct them?

1. He works by Mercedes.
2. By our last meeting, we decided to …..
3. A Friend stayed by us over the weekend.
4. By me, it’s totally the opposite, I love winter.
5. I bought it by Asda. (a British supermarket chain)

Got the answers yet? Not to worry, here goes

1. He works for Mercedes.
2. At / During our last meeting
3. A friend stayed at our place / with us over the weekend
4. As for me / with me, it’s totally the opposite ….
5. I bought it at/from Asda.

Any questions, ask below in the comments section. Have a great start to the week.