[ in vs at ]
People get very confused about these two prepositions, but there are a couple of simple tips you can use to help yourself remember how to use them.
► [In], as a preposition of place, is usually used to talk about the position of someone or something inside large places such as countries, continents, big cities etc.
For example:-
She grew up in New Zeland.
► [At], as a preposition of place, is usually used to talk about the position of someone or something inside small and unimportant places such as villages, small towns etc.
For example:-
I'll meet you at the pub.
▼ [At] is also commonly used with proper names such as buildings or organizations.
For example:-
I first met her at Harrods.
She works at the bank.
► [In], as a preposition of time, is usually used when talking about parts of the day.
For example:-
I'll see you in the morning, in the evening, in the afternoon.
► [At], as a preposition of time, is usually used with clock time.
For example:-
My train leaves at 6.30 am.
▼ Note - As with most so called "rules" in English there are exceptions, so just to confuse you we always say "at" night.
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