Cool MateLikewise vs That goes double for me
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Likewise
Top 2,000 (common)B2adverb
That goes double for me
InformalBeyond 10,000 (less common)
Most formal: LikewiseMost common: Likewise
| Likewise | That goes double for me | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ˈlaɪkwaɪz/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈlaɪkwaɪz/"]/ | 🇬🇧 //ðæt ɡəʊz ˈdʌb.əl fɔː miː//🇺🇸 //ðæt ɡoʊz ˈdʌb.əl fɔr mi// |
| Meaning | In the same way; also. | I feel the same way, or my situation is even stronger. |
| Example | He voted for the change and he expected his colleagues to **do likewise**. | She said she can't stand the wait, and that goes double for me. |
| Register | Neutral | Informal |
| How common | Top 2,000 (common) | Beyond 10,000 (less common) |
| CEFR level | B2 | - |
| Part of speech | adverb | |
| Collocations | likewise agree, likewise important, likewise similar | that goes double, goes double for everyone, goes double for us, that goes double for him, that goes double when applied |
| 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. | Used in formal discussions., Confused with 'the same goes for me'., Misused in serious contexts. |
| 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. | Use this phrase to show strong agreement, often used in casual conversations with friends. Avoid in formal settings. |
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Frequently asked questions: Likewise vs That goes double for me
What's the difference between Likewise and That goes double for me?
Likewise: In the same way; also. That goes double for me: I feel the same way, or my situation is even stronger.
Which is more formal: Likewise and That goes double for me?
Likewise is the most formal of these.
Which is more common: Likewise and That goes double for me?
Likewise 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**. That goes double for me: She said she can't stand the wait, and that goes double for me.
Can I use Likewise and That goes double for me interchangeably?
Not always. Likewise and That goes double for me 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.