Cool MateMoreover vs There's more
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Moreover
FormalTop 3,000 (common)B2adverb
There's more
Top 2,000 (common)
Most formal: MoreoverMost common: There's more
| Moreover | There's more | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/mɔːrˈəʊvə(r)/"]/🇺🇸 /["/mɔːrˈəʊvər/"]/ | 🇬🇧 //ðeəz mɔː//🇺🇸 //ðɛrz mɔr// |
| Meaning | Also; in addition to what was said. | There is an additional amount or number. |
| Example | A talented artist, he was, moreover, a writer of some note. | I found this old book, but there's more in the attic. |
| Register | Formal | Neutral |
| How common | Top 3,000 (common) | Top 2,000 (common) |
| CEFR level | B2 | - |
| Part of speech | adverb | |
| Collocations | moreover, it is important, moreover, research shows, moreover, we can conclude | 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 | however, nevertheless, nonetheless | - |
| Common mistakes | 'Moreover' used at the start of a sentence without proper context., Confusing 'moreover' with 'more then' — they have different meanings., Using 'moreover' in informal settings where simpler words would be better. | 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 'moreover' to add information in formal writing or speeches. It's not common in casual conversations. Alternatives like 'also' may feel more fitting in informal contexts. | '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. |
See it in real clips
Frequently asked questions: Moreover vs There's more
What's the difference between Moreover and There's more?
Moreover: Also; in addition to what was said. There's more: There is an additional amount or number.
Which is more formal: Moreover and There's more?
Moreover is the most formal of these.
Which is more common: Moreover and There's more?
There's more is the most common in everyday English.
Can you show an example of each?
Moreover: A talented artist, he was, moreover, a writer of some note. There's more: I found this old book, but there's more in the attic.
Can I use Moreover and There's more interchangeably?
Not always. Moreover 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.