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Side by side

🇬🇧 UK //saɪd baɪ saɪd// 🇺🇸 US //saɪd baɪ saɪd//

Meaning of Side by side

Next to each other or in a parallel arrangement.

In simple words: Next to each other.

Side by side in a sentence

• The cars are parked side by side in the garage.
• We walked side by side on the beach, enjoying the sunset.
• The two candidates stood side by side during the debate.
• You can see the mountains side by side in this amazing view.
• The friends sat side by side in the coffee shop, chatting away.

How to use Side by side

Used in informal and formal contexts to describe things that are next to each other. Avoid when discussing unrelated subjects.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine two friends standing 'side by side' while watching a movie.

Related words

Collocations with Side by side

• stand side by side
• sit side by side
• place side by side
• line up side by side
• work side by side

Synonyms for Side by side

• next to
• alongside
• together
• adjacent
• parallel

Common mistakes with Side by side

• Confused with 'side-by-side' as a compound word.
• Using it in contexts where separate is implied.

Frequently asked questions about Side by side

What does Side by side mean?

Next to each other.

What is the definition of Side by side?

Next to each other or in a parallel arrangement.

How do you use Side by side in a sentence?

The cars are parked side by side in the garage.

Can you give another example of Side by side?

We walked side by side on the beach, enjoying the sunset.

What are synonyms for Side by side?

Common alternatives include next to, alongside, together, adjacent, parallel.

What words go with Side by side?

It commonly pairs with stand side by side, sit side by side, place side by side, line up side by side, work side by side.

What are common mistakes when using Side by side?

Confused with 'side-by-side' as a compound word. Using it in contexts where separate is implied.

How do you pronounce Side by side?

US: //saɪd baɪ saɪd//, UK: //saɪd baɪ saɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Side by side?

Used in informal and formal contexts to describe things that are next to each other. Avoid when discussing unrelated subjects.