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My friend is good at playing volleyball vs My friend is good in playing volleyball

The phrase 'my friend is good at playing volleyball' is correct, while 'my friend is good in playing volleyball' is incorrect. In English, we use 'at' when talking about skills or abilities in a particular sport or activity.
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Last updated: May 28, 2024 • 8997 views

My friend is good at playing volleyball

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'at' when talking about skills or abilities in a particular activity. In this case, it refers to the skill of playing volleyball.

Examples:

  • She is good at singing.
  • He is good at math.
  • They are good at cooking.

My friend is good in playing volleyball

This phrase is incorrect in English. 'In' is not used to talk about skills or abilities in a particular activity.


Alternatives:

  • my friend is good at playing volleyball

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