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Prepositions with nouns

How to use prepositions with model

Model combines with several prepositions depending on meaning, including of, for, in, and from.

Quick answer

Common combinations with model

Use model of for representation, model for for an example to follow, model in for participation in fashion or advertising, and model from for origin. Model with usually refers to features or accompanying details.

The diagram is a model of the solar system.
She became a role model for young athletes.
He works as a model in television advertising.

Choose the pattern by meaning

These forms are not interchangeable. Choose the construction by meaning, not by which preposition appears most often.

1
model of + thing

Showing representation

Use model of for a copy or representation.

They built a model of the bridge.
2
model for + person/system

Showing an example to follow

Model for means an example or pattern.

The school became a model for rural education.
3
model in + industry

Describing work in a field

Use model in with industries such as fashion or advertising.

She is a successful model in Paris.
4
model from + place

Showing origin

Model from identifies where someone or something comes from.

The model from Brazil appeared on the cover.
5
model with + feature

Adding details or characteristics

Use model with to describe included features.

We chose the model with extra storage.

See the difference in context

The same subject can take different constructions because each sentence answers a different question.

Construction
Example
Meaning
model of
This is a model of the new stadium.
representation or copy
model for
The programme became a model for reform.
example to follow
model in
She works as a model in Milan.
working within an industry or place
model from
The model from Spain signed a contract.
origin or source
model with
I prefer the model with a larger screen.
including a feature

Common mistakes

Some combinations appear in real text but do not mean what learners often assume.

Using model for as a copy

Use model of for representations.

✕ a model for the building ✓ a model of the building

Confusing model and role model

Role model is the standard phrase for a person admired by others.

✕ She is a model for teenagers ✓ She is a role model for teenagers

Using model in for objects

Model in usually refers to people working in industries.

✕ a model in the machine ✓ a model of the machine

Leaving out of after model

Model often needs of before the represented object.

✕ a model the city ✓ a model of the city

Quick practice

Choose the expression that matches the intended meaning.

1. They built a model ___ the ancient temple.
2. The system became a model ___ other cities.
3. We bought the model ___ wireless charging.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between model of and model for?

Model of means a representation. Model for means an example or pattern.

Can model in refer to location?

Yes. It can describe someone working as a model in a city or industry.

Is model with common for products?

Yes. It often describes versions with specific features.

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