Also vs There's more
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Also
Top 1,000 (very common)A1adverb
There's more
Top 2,000 (common)
Most common: Also
| Also | There's more | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ˈɔːlsəʊ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈɔːlsəʊ/"]/ | 🇬🇧 //ðeəz mɔː//🇺🇸 //ðɛrz mɔr// |
| Meaning | in addition to something else | There is an additional amount or number. |
| Example | She's fluent in French and German. She also speaks a little Italian. | I found this old book, but there's more in the attic. |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 1,000 (very common) | Top 2,000 (common) |
| CEFR level | A1 | - |
| Part of speech | adverb | |
| Collocations | also known as, also includes, can also be | there's more to it, there's more than meets the eye, there's more available, there's more information, there's more options |
| Antonyms | otherwise, differently | - |
| Common mistakes | Confused with 'too' — both mean similar things but are used differently., 'Also' placed incorrectly in sentences — it generally goes before the main verb. | Confused with 'there's many more' - should use 'there are many more'., Using it without context - always provide what 'more' refers to., Forgetting to use 'there is' for singular and 'there are' for plural. |
| Usage notes | 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. | 'There's more' is used to indicate additional information or items. It is casual and suitable in conversation but may be less formal in writing. |
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Frequently asked questions: Also vs There's more
What's the difference between Also and There's more?
Also: in addition to something else There's more: There is an additional amount or number.
Which is more common: Also and There's more?
Also is the most common in everyday English.
Can you show an example of each?
Also: She's fluent in French and German. She also speaks a little Italian. There's more: I found this old book, but there's more in the attic.
Can I use Also and There's more interchangeably?
Not always. Also and There's more are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.