GIỚI TỪ

MỘT SỐ GIỚI TỪ CƠ BẢN

in (dùng trước địa điểm là thành phố, đất nước, trước I was born in Ha Nam.
năm, trước tháng, mùa …)
at (dùng trước giờ, buổi trưa, tối, địa điểm nhỏ …) I eat lunch at noon.
on (đứng trước thứ trong tuần…) I work on Saturdays.
Một số cụm giới từ cơ bản thường gặp:
- in the morning/afternoon/evening
- at the end of (cuối của …) # in the end (cuối cùng thì)
- at the beginning of (vào đầu của …) # in the beginning (ban đầu)
- on the bed/ in bed (trên giường)
- in the library (ở thư viện)
- at the airport (ở sân bay)
be addicted to: nghiện cái gì My son is addicted to Facebook.
be used to/get used/accustomed to: quen với việc gì I get used to sleeping 8 hours per night.
be harmful to: có hại cho Fruit juices can be harmful to children's teeth.
be
GIỚIsimilar
TỪto: ĐItương
VỚI tự với TỪ
TÍNH Your glasses are similar to mine.
be kind to:
1. Tính từ đối
+ fortốt với ai She’s very kind to the disabled.
bebedevoted/dedicated/committed
good for: có lợi cho >< be bad to: cống hiến,
for: có hạitận
cho They are devoted
Smoking is bad to
fortheir
yourchildren.
health.
tụy, yêu thương
be famous for: nổi tiếng vì điều gì Ha Nam is famous for its spectacular scenery.
bebesensitive to:
late for: muộn nhạy cảm với My
Heteeth
was are
latevery sensitive
for school to cold food.
yesterday.
bebeindifferent to: đủ
eligible for: thờđiều
ơ vớikiện cho He appeared
You are notindifferent
consideredtoeligible
her suffering.
for legal aid.
bebeloyal to: trung thành với
responsible for: chịu trách nhiệm cho She has always been loyal to me.
She’s responsible for watering these plants.
bebevulnerable/susceptible
suitable for: phù hợp với to: dễ bị tổn thương với Old people
He’s very are particularly
suitable for thisvulnerable
position. to the flu.
be difficult/easy for somebody to do something: It’s difficult for us to go out.
khó khăn/ dễ dàng để ai làm gì

2. Tính từ + to
3. Tính từ + with
be fed up with: chán với People are fed up with all these traffic jams.
be crowded with: đông đúc với The new museum is crowded with tourists.
be popular with sb: được ai ưa thích This coffee shop is very popular with teenagers.
be content/satisfied with: hài lòng với He had to be content with third place.

4. Tính từ + of
be afraid/scared/frightened of: sợ hãi He had always been afraid of death.
be aware of: nhận thức được You should be aware of the problem.
be capable of: có khả năng He was barely capable of writing his own name.
be ashamed of: xấu hổ về I was totally ashamed of my husband.
be jealous/envious of: ghen tỵ với She's jealous of my success.
be fond of: yêu thích He’s fond of reading comic books.
be guilty of: có tội >< be innocent of: vô tội He was found guilty of murder.
be proud of: tự hào về He’s proud of himself.
be typical of: điển hình This food is typical of local cuisine.
be independent of: độc lập, tự lập Students should aim to become more independent
of their teachers.
It’s very kind of sb to do sth: ai đó thật tốt khi làm It’s very kind of you to help me.
gì

PRACTICE
[Minh họa 2024] It’s impossible us to sleep because of the noise
A. for B. on C. at D. to
Question 1. [Đề chính thức 2023] It’s not difficult her to go to work because the office is near
her home.
A. for B. on C. towards D. to
Question 2. James stayed bed all day because of his sickness.
A. at B. of C. in D. for
Question 3. Don’t be ashamed your family background.
A. on B. for C. to D. of
Question 4. It’s very kind her to give me a lift to the airport.
A. for B. to C. on D. of
Question 5. He has been reading newspapers the library for nearly two hours.
A. of B. in C. to D. for
Question 6. They are going to have a small wedding with family and close friends the end of
March.
A. on B. at C. in D. of
Question 7. Many people are not aware body shaming though it is a common issue.
A. for B. to C. of D. at
Question 8. Henry was late the history class because he got stuck in traffic.
A. for B. on C. in D. at
Question 9. Laura is responsible booking flight tickets for their trip to Paris.
A. of B. on C. towards D. for
Question 10. You must be very proud your son’s achievements.
A. with B. on C. of D. in
Question 11. The vegetarian restaurant is always crowded diners.
A. for B. with C. to D. of
Question 12. He is dedicated teaching young minds.
A. with B. for C. of D. to
Question 13. Home robots are capable cleaning floors, gardening and providing care for the
elderly.
A. of B. to C. on D. with
Question 14. This reality show is very popular young people.
A. for B. at C. with D. of
Question 15. It’s worrying that many teenagers are addicted social media.
A. for B. to C. on D. at
Question 16. This shirt is quite similar that one; I cannot tell the difference.
A. for B. of C. to D. in
Question 17. I didn’t try riding the cable car because I was afraid heights.
A. for B. on C. of D. to
Question 18. Peter didn’t seem satisfied the salary, so he didn’t take that job offer.
A. for B. with C. at D. on
Question 19. I don’t think this soap is suitable sensitive skins.
A. for B. on C. to D. of
Question 20. Mrs Smith, who is our new neighbour, is very kind us.
A. for B. of C. on D. to
Question 21. I refuse to work Sundays though I get extra pay.
A. at B. in C. of D. on
Question 22. Instant noodles can be harmful your stomach.
A. at B. to C. with D. of
Question 23. The town has become famous its historic landmarks.
A. with B. of C. for D. to
Question 24. The cold weather is typical northern Vietnam.
A. on B. to C. at D. of
Question 25. He soon became fed up the hectic pace of city life.
A. to B. with C. of D. for
Question 26. He can be very productive the evening.
A. on B. in C. at D. with
Question 27. I enjoy reading romantic stories while my sister is fond reading sci-fi novels.
A. of B. on C. to D. at
Question 28. He gets used jogging for about 30 minutes after school.
A. on B. at C. of D. to
Question 29. Small children are particularly vulnerable fine dust pollution.
A. with B. on C. to D. of
Question 30. He promised to see me off the airport, but he didn’t turn up.
A. at B. to C. for D. with

Question 1. Linh is keen cycling to school.

A. in B. on C. about D. of
Question 2. It’s very kind you to assist me in finding a job.
A. of B. to C. in D. about
Question 3. Because of the heavy traffic, I was late school today.
A. on B. to C. at D. for
Question 4. As soon as you arrive the airport, please call me.
A. at B. in C. of D. on
Question 5. He is capable learning a poem by heart in less than 5 minutes.
A. to B. at C. of D. in
Question 6. I’m already fed up the hectic pace of city life.
A. with B. at C. to D. of
Question 7. Young people seem to be indifferent pressing issues in society.
A. at B. to C. for D. with
Question 8. Da Nang is famous nice weather and breathtaking scenery.
A. with B. to C. for D. at
Question 9. My sister is proud her melodious voice.
A. with B. at C. to D. of
Question 10. Pho is very popular those who love street foods in Vietnam.
A. at B. for C. with D. of
Question 11. Some men still smoke though they know it’s harmful their health.
A. with B. to C. of D. at
Question 12. I have the habit of cycling the afternoon after I finish my work.
A. on B. at C. in D. to
Question 13. This attitude is typical older people.
A. of B. on C. in D. at
Question 14. Only those who have valid tickets are eligible this programme.
A. in B. at C. to D. for
Question 15. James wasn’t very satisfied the final result of the competition.
A. with B. on C. in D. at
Question 16. Some young people aren’t aware the danger of sordid content on TikTok.
A. to B. of C. in D. on
Question 17. Since some of its images appeared on social media, the pagoda has been crowded
tourists.
A. for B. to C. with D. of
Question 18. It’s high time you had to be financially independent your parents.
A. to B. at C. of D. on
Question 19. If you feel tired, just lay the bed.
A. for B. of C. to D. on
Question 20. This film is not suitable children because it contains too much violence.
A. for B. at C. on D. of
Question 21. Are you fond reading detective novels?
A. with B. to C. of D. in
Question 22. She is the person I trust the most; she’s very kind me.
A. at B. of C. in D. to
Question 23. He didn’t dare to jump because he was frightened heights.
A. in B. of C. to D. on
Question 24. He felt ashamed his bad behaviour last night.
A. to B. in C. at D. of
Question 25. She’s dedicated teaching children in mountainous areas.
A. to B. at C. of D. in
Question 26. Young children are particularly vulnerable food allergy.
A. to B. for C. at D. in
Question 27. Everyone in my class was envious her having a chance to meet the president.
A. at B. of C. on D. with
Question 28. Tom is responsible booking hotel rooms and ticket flights.
A. on B. to C. with D. for
Question 29. She could have copied my essay. Her essay was strikingly similar mine.
A. at B. for C. to D. in
Question 30. It’s worrying that many high school students are addicted social networking
sites.
A. for B. at C. on D. to

ADJ + FROM

be different from: khác biệt với Your ideas are different from mine.
be absent from: vắng mặt Nam was absent from school yesterday.

ADJ + IN
be interested in: quan tâm, hứng thú với Are you really interested in sports?
be experienced in: có kinh nghiệm về He’s very experienced in marketing.
be successful in: thành công trong They were successful in winning the contract.
be rich in: giàu chất gì These products are rich in vitamin D.
be involved in: liên quan, dính líu They were involved in a road accident.

ADJ + AT
be good at: giỏi về >< be bad at: kém về They’re good at maths.
be surprised/amazed/astonished at/by: ngạc We were totally surprised at the news.
nhiên về
be shocked at/by: sốc trước We were all shocked at the news of his death.

ADJ + ON
be keen on: thích thú, hứng thú They’re keen on going fishing.
be based on: được dựa trên This film is based on a real crime.
be dependent on: dựa vào He’s totally dependent on his parents’ help.

ADJ + ABOUT
be excited about: hào hứng về They’re excited about the trip.
be anxious/worried about: lo lắng về Are you worried about the exam?
be concerned about: lo lắng về He’s concerned about his son’s safety.
be curious about: tò mò về I’m not really curious about the end of the film.
be enthusiastic about: hào hứng, phấn khởi về He was enthusiastic about going to Korea.
be glad about: vui mừng về She was glad about the result.
be serious about: nghiêm túc về Are you serious about the plan?
be angry about/at: tức giận về The passengers were angry about the delay.
be sorry about: xin lỗi về We're very sorry about the damage to your car.
be upset about: buồn rầu về She was still upset about her divorce.
PRACTICE
Question 1. Our children were enthusiastic the field trip to Ha Long Bay.
A. in B. about C. to D. at
Question 2. Sam is very good playing the piano; he has learned how to play it since he was 5.
A. for B. in C. at D. on
Question 3. Not many young people are interested reducing their carbon footprints.
A. at B. of C. to D. in
Question 4. Our kids were so excited the camping trip that they couldn’t sleep.
A. of B. about C. to D. on
Question 5. It’s worrying that teenagers are dependent the Internet to memorise information.
A. on B. at C. for D. of
Question 6. The government is deeply concerned the issue of noise pollution.
A. about B. to C. on D. in
Question 7. What impresses me about that movie is that it is based a real crime.
A. in B. at C. on D. of
Question 8. We were surprised how quickly he recovered.
A. for B. of C. in D. at
Question 9. As a manager, you should be prepared to accept ideas which are different yours.
A. at B. from C. on D. of
Question 10. He is always curious the lives of ancient Egyptians.
A. in B. at C. on D. about
Question 11. Tina was absent the meeting yesterday because she was taken ill.
A. for B. to C. from D. with
Question 12. Many high school seniors are worried the university entrance exam.
A. about B. on C. of D. in
Question 13. She is very experienced persuading people to buy products.
A. at B. of C. to D. in
Question 14. Some contestants were angry the final result of the competition.
A. of B. about C. with D. to
Question 15. He was visibly glad the birth of their first child.
A. of B. to C. about D. with
Question 16. The campaign was successful raising awareness about protecting heritage sites.
A. in B. on C. of D. to
Question 17. Is Laura serious moving out and starting an independent life?
A. on B. of C. about D. with
Question 18. Many undergraduates are anxious their future career.
A. about B. at C. of D. to
Question 19. Some men who were involved the fight were arrested.
A. at B. in C. to D. with
Question 20. Unlike other boys his age, my son is keen gardening and cooking.
A. at B. to C. of D. on
Question 21. We were all amazed how the storm had devastated the region.
A. for B. in C. with D. at
Question 22. Fruits are rich vitamin C, but you should consume them in moderation.
A. on B. with C. in D. of
Question 23. They were shocked the news of the cancellation of the show.
A. at B. on C. to D. in
Question 24. Tim doesn’t seem interested hanging out with friends.
A. on B. in C. with D. to
 Question 25. I am terribly sorry forgetting to send you a birthday card.
A. on B. by C. at D. about
Question 26. Her musical taste is vastly different her colleagues’.
A. from B. to C. of D. for
Question 27. Sarah is very concerned her mother’s ill health.
A. at B. on C. about D. of
Question 28. Tom has been absent work for three consecutive days.
A. for B. from C. to D. with
Question 29. All of us were glad the success of the marketing campaign.
A. to B. at C. in D. about
Question 30 He was still upset losing his wallet while he was in New York.
A. by B. to C. about D. from

Question 1. All of them didn’t seem enthusiastic the year-end party.

A. in B. about C. to D. at
Question 2. Not only does Sam play the guitar well but he’s also good playing chess.
A. for B. in C. at D. on
Question 3. It’s quite surprising that many young people are interested archeology.
A. at B. of C. to D. in
Question 4. Our children were so excited the field trip that they couldn’t sleep all night long.
A. of B. about C. to D. on
Question 5. Her mother is heavily dependent sleeping pills.
A. on B. at C. for D. of
Question 6. Jane is crazy pop music; she can listen to this musical genre all day.
A. about B. to C. on D. in
Question 7. One of the greatest things about this film is that it is based a real story.
A. in B. at C. on D. of
Question 8. We’re totally astonished her amazing culinary skills.
A. for B. of C. in D. by
Question 9. The updated version of the manuscript is quite different the original one.
A. at B. from C. on D. of
Question 10. Paparazzi are very curious celebrities’ private lives.
A. in B. at C. on D. about
Question 11. Tom was absent class this morning because he got up late.
A. for B. to C. from D. with
Question 12. With waves of layoffs in many countries, some people are worried losing their jobs.
A. about B. on C. of D. in
Question 13. You can seek advice from Hung; he’s very experienced teaching.
A. at B. of C. to D. in
Question 14. Some people believe that this symbol is derived Japan.
A. of B. from C. with D. to
Question 15. The manager is glad the successful completion of the project.
A. of B. to C. about D. with
Question 16. The campaign was successful convincing people to stop smoking.
A. in B. on C. of D. to
Question 17. Are you really serious quitting your job?
A. on B. of C. about D. with
Question 18. Tim is very anxious the job interview tomorrow.
A. about B. at C. of D. to
Question 19. We were just bystanders who weren’t involved the fight.
A. at B. in C. to D. with
Question 20. Some men are really keen cooking and shopping.
A. at B. to C. of D. on
Question 21. We’re amazed how quick her recovery is.
A. for B. in C. with D. at
Question 22. You should eat more fresh fruits because they’re rich vitamins.
A. on B. with C. in D. of
Question 23. I am shocked how Martin has changed.
A. at B. on C. to D. in
Question 24. The government has been successful containing the spread of the disease.
A. on B. in C. with D. to
Question 25. He is quite enthusiastic competing in the annual marathon of the city.
A. on B. by C. at D. about
Question 26. Lucy has been a sales clerk for 5 years, so she’s very experienced dealing with
difficult customers.
A. at B. to C. from D. in
Question 27. We were all shocked the news of the cancellation of the match.
A. in B. at C. to D. from
Question 28. The programme was successful persuading people to use public transport.
A. at B. for C. in D. with
Question 29. A good leader is a person who is always receptive to ideas which are different his.
A. from B. at C. of D. on
Question 30. Don’t tell Max about the surprise party for Laura; he’s very bad keeping secrets.
A. for B. of C. on D. at
GIỚI TỪ ĐI TRƯỚC DANH TỪ
by heart: thuộc lòng You should learn this poem by heart.
by chance/accident/mistake: tình cờ, vô tình I broke her vase by accident.
in advance: trước You should book the tickets in advance.
be in charge of: chịu trách nhiệm He’s in charge of collecting all the data.
out of date: lỗi thời This dress is out of date.
out of work: thất nghiệp She has been out of work for months.
out of order: hỏng hóc The washing machine was out of order.

GIỚI TỪ ĐI SAU DANH TỪ

Noun + for

demand for: nhu cầu cho thứ gì The demand for handmade products is increasing.
passion for: niềm đam mê với He always has a passion for singing.
reason for: lý do cho điều gì Can you give me a reason for your lateness?
Noun + to

damage to: thiệt hại tới The storm caused damage to the village.
attitude to/towards: thái độ đối với His attitude towards me has changed much.
contribution to: đóng góp, góp phần cho He made a contribution to the success of the project.
reaction to: phản ứng với His reaction to the news was quite funny.
key/solution to: chìa khóa, giải pháp cho The key to success is preparation.
devotion to: cống hiến Her devotion to the organisation should be recognised.
admission to: được nhận vào đâu He's applied for admission to the local college.

Noun + in
increase in: tăng >< decrease in: giảm There has been an increase in the number of students.
advance in: sự tiến bộ trong Recent advances in technology have made life more
stressful.
confidence in: sự tin tưởng đối với They all have confidence in the captain.
interest in: sự hứng thú với He takes a keen interest in music.
experience in: có kinh nghiệm trong He has lots of experience in marketing.
cause of: nguyên nhân của One cause of this problem is a lack of funds.
in danger of: gặp nguy hiểm These animals are in danger of extinction.
fear of: sợ hãi đối với Fear of crime can affect people's lives.
on behalf of: thay mặt cho He gave us an apology on behalf of his wife.
Noun + of
LUYỆN TẬP
Question 1. We had to wash our clothes by hand since the washing machine was out order.
A. with B. of C. to D. at
Question 2. She tried to learn the lyrics of her favourite song heart.
A. by B. with C. for D. of
Question 3. He is an accomplished man with a strong passion writing.
A. for B. in C. up D. with
Question 4. We are curious about her reaction the surprise party.
A. of B. on C. to D. in
Question 5. He gave no reasons leaving the party early.
A. in B. to C. with D. for
Question 6. We have seen a steady decline car sales in recent months.
A. in B. at C. for D. to
Question 7. He deleted the important PDF file mistake and tried to restore it for hours.
A. for B. in C. on D. by
Question 8. The recent advance renewable energy technology should be celebrated.
A. in B. on C. at D. with
Question 9. Laura shows a keen interest teaching young minds.
A. in B. at C. of D. on
Question 10. The demand face masks increased when the pandemic started to take hold.
A. on B. at C. for D. by
Question 11. We all admire his dedication preserving cultural heritage sites.
A. by B. in C. to D. with
Question 12. A small increase youth crime in recent weeks has been worrying.
A. for B. on C. at D. in
Question 13. He doesn’t have much experience dealing with complaints from customers.
A. of B. in C. with D. for
Question 14. Some species whose habitats are destroyed are danger of extinction.
A. for B. in C. at D. to
Question 15. Tim carefully climbed the stairs for fear falling.
A. on B. for C. of D. in
Question 16. Doing exercise in bad air quality is one cause respiratory diseases.
A. on B. in C. to D. of
Question 17. He delivered a thank-you speech behalf on the manager who was sick.
A. on B. at C. with D. for
Question 18. He found an old family photo album chance when he was cleaning the house.
A. for B. to C. by D. on
Question 19. During peak season, it’s advisable to book flight tickets advance.
A. in B. of C. to D. with
Question 20. He has been work for months and has no intention of seeking a new job.
A. on B. at C. out of D. to
Question 21. Phillips is charge of providing training for recent recruits.
A. on B. for C. to D. in
Question 22. People are starting to change their attitudes single-use plastics.
A. towards B. at C. on D. with
Question 23. The storm caused great damage the coastal town, displacing many people.
A. for B. by C. at D. to
Question 24. This guidebook is out date; it contains lots of wrong figures.
A. of B. at C. on D. to
Question 25. We appreciate your contributions the prosperity of the company.
A. at B. with C. to D. on
 Question 26. Henry was delighted to receive admission his dream college.
A. on B. at C. for D. to
Question 27. A balanced diet is the key having a long and healthy life.
A. to B. on C. at D. with
Question 28. Is increasing petrol prices a good solution air pollution in big cities?
A. for B. to C. with D. on
Question 29. He broke the vase accident, but he was still scolded by his mom.
A. on B. of C. by D. at
Question 30. With great confidence herself, she entered the interview room.
A. on B. of C. to D. in
Question 1. The television was out order, so I couldn’t watch my favourite programme.
A. with B. of C. to D. at
Question 2. We were asked to learn the poem heart so as to recite it in the next class.
A. by B. with C. for D. of
Question 3. Phong has shown a great passion painting since the day he came here.
A. for B. in C. up D. with
Question 4. The witness' reaction the question is also important in the investigation process.
A. of B. on C. to D. in
Question 5. The reason his late submission was unbelievable!
A. in B. to C. with D. for
Question 6. The decrease the use of disposable items shows a change in people's lifestyles.
A. in B. at C. in D. to
Question 7. I revealed the secret of the surprise birthday party to Mary mistake.
A. for B. in C. on D. by
Question 8. Advances telecommunications infrastructure have impacts on technology firms.
A. in B. on C. at D. with
Question 9. The kids show a big interest fairy tales.
A. in B. at C. of D. on
Question 10. The demand VinFast cars has decreased due to their depreciation.
A. on B. at C. for D. by
Question 11. Her dedication the orphanage touched many people.
A. by B. in C. to D. with
Question 12. The sales department saw a significant increase February’s sales.
A. for B. on C. at D. in
Question 13. They have extensive experience running programs and organising events.
A. of B. in C. with D. for
Question 14. Workers in industrial zones are danger of losing their jobs due to the economic crisis.
A. for B. in C. at D. to
Question 15. The fear failure is sometimes necessary to become motivated.
A. on B. for C. of D. in
Question 16. Fine dust is a major cause respiratory diseases.
A. on B. in C. to D. of
Question 17. He came alone to attend the meeting behalf of the whole family.
A. on B. at C. with D. for
Question 18. I met an old friend chance at the local outdoor market.
A. for B. to C. by D. on
Question 19. If you want to make an appointment with the dentist, let me know advance.
A. in B. of C. to D. with
Question 20. My sister has been work for a month and is looking for a new job.
A. on B. at C. out of D. to
Question 21. Mark and Cindy are charge of designing the posters for the event.
A. on B. for C. to D. in
Question 22. Your attitude work determines largely how much effort you put into it.
A. to B. at C. on D. with
Question 23. The earthquake’s damage Turkey was immeasurable.
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Question 24. Nowadays, no one likes this model anymore; it has been out date.
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Question 25. Although he passed away a century ago, his contributions medicine are still valuable.
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Question 26. Admission ASEAN has brought Vietnam a lot of new opportunities.
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Question 27. Realistic goals and smart strategies are the key a successful business.
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Question 28. Jane knocked over a man's car accident and he got mad at her.
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Question 29. One of the solutions obesity is to increase taxes on sugary drinks.
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Question 30. If you have confidence me, I will not disappoint you.
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