Cool MateFurthermore vs Plus
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Furthermore
Plus
| Furthermore | Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ˌfɜːðəˈmɔː(r)/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˌfɜːrðərˈmɔːr/"]/ | 🇬🇧 /["/plʌs/"]/🇺🇸 /["/plʌs/"]/ |
| Meaning | Also; in addition to what was said before. | to add something or indicate more |
| Example | He said he had not discussed the matter with her. Furthermore, he had not even contacted her. | Two plus five is seven. |
| Register | Formal | Neutral |
| How common | Top 2,000 (common) | Top 1,000 (very common) |
| CEFR level | B2 | B1 |
| Part of speech | adverb | preposition |
| Collocations | furthermore, it is important, furthermore, we should consider, furthermore, studies show | plus sign, costs plus fees, plus one, plus points, plus benefits |
| Antonyms | however, nevertheless | minus, less |
| Common mistakes | Using 'furthermore' in informal speech too often., Confusing 'furthermore' with 'besides' which can have a different tone., Placing a comma before 'furthermore' incorrectly in sentence structure. | Confused with 'add' in some contexts., Misusing 'plus' to mean 'however'., Overusing in formal writing instead of 'in addition'. |
| Usage notes | Use 'furthermore' to add information in formal writing or speech. It's less common in casual conversation. Avoid starting sentences with it in informal contexts. | Used in calculations, to express positivity, or to add details. Avoid in overly formal writing. |
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Frequently asked questions: Furthermore vs Plus
What's the difference between Furthermore and Plus?
Furthermore: Also; in addition to what was said before. Plus: to add something or indicate more
Which is more formal: Furthermore and Plus?
Furthermore is the most formal of these.
Which is more common: Furthermore and Plus?
Plus is the most common in everyday English.
Which is more advanced: Furthermore and Plus?
Furthermore is the highest level, at B2, on the CEFR scale.
Are Furthermore and Plus the same CEFR level?
Furthermore: B2, Plus: B1 on the CEFR scale.
What part of speech are Furthermore and Plus?
Furthermore: adverb, Plus: preposition.
Can you show an example of each?
Furthermore: He said he had not discussed the matter with her. Furthermore, he had not even contacted her. Plus: Two plus five is seven.
Can I use Furthermore and Plus interchangeably?
Not always. Furthermore and Plus 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.