Cool MateMeaning of Also
In simple words: in addition to something else
Also in a sentence
- She's fluent in French and German. She also speaks a little Italian.
- rubella, **also known as** German measles
- I didn't like it that much. Also, it was much too expensive.
- Jake's father had also been a doctor *(= both Jake and his father were doctors)*.
- She was **not only** intelligent **but also** very musical.
- He also recently said that he would be leaving at the end of the year.
- I probably also have a copy of the list.
How to use Also
Use 'also' to add information. It is appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it at the beginning of sentences in very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
also + verb / subject
Memory hint
Sounds like 'all-so' — imagine a group of friends saying, 'We can eat all sorts of foods.'
Related words
Collocations with Also
- also known as
- also includes
- can also be
Synonyms for Also
- furthermore
- moreover
- in addition
- as well
Opposites of Also
Common mistakes with Also
- Confused with 'too' — both mean similar things but are used differently.
- 'Also' placed incorrectly in sentences — it generally goes before the main verb.
Also appears in
Also in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
أيضًا
بالإضافة إلى شيء آخر
- Bengaliবাংলা
এছাড়াও
অন্য কিছুর সাথে অতিরিক্ত
- GermanDeutsch
Auch, Außerdem
zusätzlich zu etwas anderem
- SpanishEspañol
También
además de algo más
- Persianفارسی
همچنین، علاوه بر این
علاوه بر چیز دیگر
- FrenchFrançais
Aussi
en plus de quelque chose d'autre
- Hindiहिन्दी
भी
किसी और चीज़ के अतिरिक्त
- ItalianItaliano
Anche
in aggiunta a qualcos'altro
- PortuguesePortuguês
Também
além de outra coisa
- RussianРусский
Также, ещё, тоже
в дополнение к чему-то ещё
- TRTR
Ayrıca, Hem de
başka bir şeye ek olarak
- Urduاردو
بھی
کسی اور چیز کے علاوہ
- Chinese中文
也
除了其他事情之外
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Frequently asked questions about Also
What does Also mean?
in addition to something else
What is the definition of Also?
in addition; too
How do you use Also in a sentence?
She's fluent in French and German. She also speaks a little Italian.
Can you give another example of Also?
rubella, **also known as** German measles
What are synonyms for Also?
Common alternatives include furthermore, moreover, in addition, as well.
What is the opposite of Also?
Opposite meanings include otherwise, differently.
What words go with Also?
It commonly pairs with also known as, also includes, can also be.
What are common mistakes when using Also?
Confused with 'too' — both mean similar things but are used differently. 'Also' placed incorrectly in sentences — it generally goes before the main verb.
How do you pronounce Also?
US: /["/ˈɔːlsəʊ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɔːlsəʊ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Also?
Use 'also' to add information. It is appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it at the beginning of sentences in very formal writing.
What CEFR level is Also?
"Also" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.