Cool MateLikewise vs Me 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)
Most formal: LikewiseMost common: Me too
| Likewise | Me too | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ˈlaɪkwaɪz/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈlaɪkwaɪz/"]/ | 🇬🇧 //miː tuː//🇺🇸 //miː tu// |
| Meaning | In the same way; also. | I feel the same way. |
| Example | He voted for the change and he expected his colleagues to **do likewise**. | I love chocolate! Me too! |
| Register | Neutral | Informal |
| How common | Top 2,000 (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 |
| 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. |
| 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. |
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Frequently asked questions: Likewise vs Me too
What's the difference between Likewise and Me too?
Likewise: In the same way; also. Me too: I feel the same way.
Which is more formal: Likewise and Me too?
Likewise is the most formal of these.
Which is more common: Likewise and Me too?
Me too is the most common in everyday English.
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!
Can I use Likewise and Me too interchangeably?
Not always. Likewise and Me 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.