Cool MateLikewise vs Me too vs You too
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Likewise
Top 2,000 (common)B2adverb
Me too
InformalTop 1,000 (very common)
You too
Top 1,000 (very common)
| Likewise | Me too | You too | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ˈlaɪkwaɪz/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈlaɪkwaɪz/"]/ | 🇬🇧 //miː tuː//🇺🇸 //miː tu// | 🇬🇧 //juː tuː//🇺🇸 //ju tu// |
| Meaning | In the same way; also. | I feel the same way. | Also you |
| Example | He voted for the change and he expected his colleagues to **do likewise**. | I love chocolate! Me too! | Thanks for the compliment! You too! |
| Register | Neutral | Informal | Neutral |
| How common | Top 2,000 (common) | Top 1,000 (very common) | Top 1,000 (very common) |
| CEFR level | B2 | - | - |
| Part of speech | adverb | ||
| Collocations | likewise agree, likewise important, likewise similar | me too moment, say me too, feel me too, sign me too | you too kind, you too nice, you too sweet |
| Antonyms | dissimilarly, unlike | - | - |
| Common mistakes | Using 'likewise' at the beginning of a sentence without context., Confusing 'likewise' with 'similarly' in all cases; they aren't interchangeable in every context., Misusing 'likewise' at the end of a statement when it should precede the main clause. | Confused with 'me neither' - 'me too' is for agreement, 'me neither' is for disagreement., Using in inappropriate contexts, like formal speeches., Assuming it's appropriate for all situations - it's generally informal. | Using 'you too' in formal settings where a more proper response is expected., Confusing it with 'you either' which is incorrect., Not using it after a direct statement or wish from someone. |
| Usage notes | Use 'likewise' to agree with someone or to show similarity. It’s appropriate in both spoken and written contexts but may seem too formal in casual conversations. | Used primarily in casual conversations to express agreement or shared feelings. Avoid in formal settings. | Use 'you too' to reply positively when someone gives you a kind wish or sentiment. It's friendly and informal. |
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Frequently asked questions: Likewise vs Me too vs You too
What's the difference between Likewise, Me too, and You too?
Likewise: In the same way; also. Me too: I feel the same way. You too: Also you
Can you show an example of each?
Likewise: He voted for the change and he expected his colleagues to **do likewise**. Me too: I love chocolate! Me too! You too: Thanks for the compliment! You too!
Can I use Likewise, Me too, and You too interchangeably?
Not always. Likewise, Me too, and You too 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.