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preko

pre-kopreposition

across

uh-kraws

Definition

from one side to the other

Example Usage

Most ide preko rijeke.

The bridge goes across the river.

Rezervirao sam preko putničke agencije.

I booked through a travel agency.

Avion je letio preko planina.

The plane flew over the mountains.

Radi preko mora.

He works overseas.

Putovali smo preko Pariza.

We traveled via Paris.

More prepositions like "preko"

Learning Tips

  • Identify prepositions that differ from English usage and practice translation.
  • Memorize consonant changes triggered by prepositions (e.g., 'k' → 'ka' before vowels).
  • Practice prepositions used in common expressions (e.g., 'o tome' - about that).

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