In Spite of, Despite, Instead of

 

In spite of, despite and instead of are prepositional expressions.

Let’s learn how to use them in sentences.

 

In spite of/despite:

After in spite of and despite, we use a noun, gerund (-ing form of a verb) or a pronoun.

Examples:

1. Despite the fact that he worked very hard, he didn’t pass the exam.

2. Despite having a headache, I had a great birthday.

3. In spite of the pain in his leg, he completed the race.

4. The fight was cancelled. In spite of that, we arrived on time.

 

Instead of + noun:

Examples: I’ll have tea instead of coffee. I’ll go instead of Jim.

 

Instead of + pronoun:

Example: I’ll go instead of him.

 

Instead of + verb:

Example: I walk everyday instead of driving.