B2preposition1K

UK/["/bɪˈsaɪd/"]/US/["/bɪˈsaɪd/"]/

Meaning of Beside

In simple words: Next to or at the side of something.

Beside in a sentence

  • He sat beside her all night.
  • a mill beside a stream
  • My painting looks childish beside yours.
  • Yes, I know it was an accident, but that's beside the point.
  • They took my words out of context, but that’s beside the point.
  • He was beside himself with rage when I told him what I had done.
  • They were beside themselves with excitement.

How to use Beside

Use 'beside' to indicate physical position next to something. Avoid using it in more formal contexts where 'next to' might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

beside + object

Memory hint

Think of 'be side by side' to remember that 'beside' means next to.

Related words

Collocations with Beside

  • sit beside
  • stand beside
  • place beside

Synonyms for Beside

Opposites of Beside

  • far from
  • away from

Common mistakes with Beside

  • Confused with 'besides', which means 'in addition to'
  • Using 'beside' when a different preposition is needed, like 'in front of'
  • Incorrectly placing 'beside' at the end of a sentence

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Frequently asked questions about Beside

What does Beside mean?

Next to or at the side of something.

What is the definition of Beside?

next to or at the side of somebody/something

How do you use Beside in a sentence?

He sat beside her all night.

Can you give another example of Beside?

a mill beside a stream

What are synonyms for Beside?

Common alternatives include next to, alongside, adjacent to, close to.

What is the opposite of Beside?

Opposite meanings include far from, away from.

What words go with Beside?

It commonly pairs with sit beside, stand beside, place beside.

What are common mistakes when using Beside?

Confused with 'besides', which means 'in addition to' Using 'beside' when a different preposition is needed, like 'in front of' Incorrectly placing 'beside' at the end of a sentence

How do you pronounce Beside?

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

When should I use Beside?

Use 'beside' to indicate physical position next to something. Avoid using it in more formal contexts where 'next to' might be preferred.

What CEFR level is Beside?

"Beside" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.