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UK/["/əˌlɒŋˈsaɪd/"]/US/["/əˌlɔːŋˈsaɪd/"]/

Meaning of Alongside

next to or at the side of somebody/something

In simple words: next to or together with something else

Alongside in a sentence

  • Nick caught up with me and rode alongside.

How to use Alongside

Use 'alongside' to describe physical positions next to something or as part of a team. It's more formal than 'next to' and may not fit well in very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

alongside + object

Memory hint

Think of 'a-long-side' – imagine walking a long path beside a friend.

Related words

Collocations with Alongside

  • work alongside
  • stand alongside
  • alongside each other
  • live alongside
  • travel alongside

Synonyms for Alongside

  • beside
  • next to
  • together with
  • in conjunction with
  • along with

Opposites of Alongside

Common mistakes with Alongside

  • Incorrectly using 'alongside' to mean 'instead of'.
  • Confusing 'alongside' with 'along', which has a different meaning.

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Frequently asked questions about Alongside

What does Alongside mean?

next to or together with something else

What is the definition of Alongside?

next to or at the side of somebody/something

How do you use Alongside in a sentence?

Nick caught up with me and rode alongside.

What are synonyms for Alongside?

Common alternatives include beside, next to, together with, in conjunction with, along with.

What is the opposite of Alongside?

Opposite meanings include apart, separate.

What words go with Alongside?

It commonly pairs with work alongside, stand alongside, alongside each other, live alongside, travel alongside.

What are common mistakes when using Alongside?

Incorrectly using 'alongside' to mean 'instead of'. Confusing 'alongside' with 'along', which has a different meaning.

How do you pronounce Alongside?

US: /["/əˌlɔːŋˈsaɪd/"]/, UK: /["/əˌlɒŋˈsaɪd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Alongside?

Use 'alongside' to describe physical positions next to something or as part of a team. It's more formal than 'next to' and may not fit well in very casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Alongside?

"Alongside" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.