Cool MateMeaning of Besides
in addition to somebody/something; apart from somebody/something
In simple words: Also; in addition to.
Besides in a sentence
- We have lots of things in common besides music.
- Besides working as a doctor, he also writes novels in his spare time.
- I've got no family besides my parents.
- I’ve got plenty of other things to do besides talking to you.
How to use Besides
Use 'besides' to introduce additional information. It fits informal and formal contexts but is slightly more common in spoken English. Avoid using it at the beginning of a formal document.
Grammar pattern
besides + noun/pronoun/verb clause
Memory hint
Think of 'besides' as 'be-sides', meaning more things that can be added.
Related words
Collocations with Besides
- besides the point
- besides this
- besides being
Synonyms for Besides
- in addition
- also
- along with
- besides that
Opposites of Besides
- excluding
- without
Common mistakes with Besides
- Using 'besides' when 'beside' (next to) is meant.
- Confusing 'besides' with 'beside'.
- Incorrectly using 'besides' with a negative statement.
Besides appears in
Besides in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بالإضافة إلى ذلك، علاوة على ذلك
أيضًا؛ بالإضافة إلى ذلك.
- Bengaliবাংলা
তাছাড়া, এছাড়াও
এছাড়াও; অতিরিক্ত।
- GermanDeutsch
Außerdem
Auch; zusätzlich.
- SpanishEspañol
Además
También; aparte de.
- Persianفارسی
علاوه بر
همچنین؛ علاوه بر.
- FrenchFrançais
En plus de, à part
Aussi ; en plus.
- Hindiहिन्दी
इसके अलावा
साथ ही; इसके अतिरिक्त।
- ItalianItaliano
Oltre a
Anche; in aggiunta.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Além de
Também; além disso.
- RussianРусский
Кроме того, помимо
Также; в дополнение к.
- Urduاردو
اس کے علاوہ
مزید براں؛ علاوہ ازیں۔
- Chinese中文
Besides
另外；此外。
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To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
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the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Besides
What does Besides mean?
Also; in addition to.
What is the definition of Besides?
in addition to somebody/something; apart from somebody/something
How do you use Besides in a sentence?
We have lots of things in common besides music.
Can you give another example of Besides?
Besides working as a doctor, he also writes novels in his spare time.
What are synonyms for Besides?
Common alternatives include in addition, also, along with, besides that.
What is the opposite of Besides?
Opposite meanings include excluding, without.
What words go with Besides?
It commonly pairs with besides the point, besides this, besides being.
What are common mistakes when using Besides?
Using 'besides' when 'beside' (next to) is meant. Confusing 'besides' with 'beside'. Incorrectly using 'besides' with a negative statement.
How do you pronounce Besides?
US: /["/bɪˈsaɪdz/"]/, UK: /["/bɪˈsaɪdz/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Besides?
Use 'besides' to introduce additional information. It fits informal and formal contexts but is slightly more common in spoken English. Avoid using it at the beginning of a formal document.
What CEFR level is Besides?
"Besides" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.