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They were so alike

🇬🇧 UK //ðeɪ wəː səʊ əˈlaɪk// 🇺🇸 US //ðeɪ wɚ soʊ əˈlaɪk//

Meaning of They were so alike

They share similar qualities or characteristics.

In simple words: They were very similar.

They were so alike in a sentence

• They were so alike that people often mistook them for each other.
• The two paintings were so alike that it was hard to choose a favorite.
• Everyone agreed they were so alike in their interests.
• The siblings were so alike in personality that they finished each other's sentences.
• It's amazing how they were so alike, even in their fashion sense.

How to use They were so alike

Usually used to compare two or more things. It's a friendly expression, but avoid it in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

verb + so + adjective + alike

Memory hint

Think of 'alike' as having a 'like' quality together.

Related words

Collocations with They were so alike

• so alike that
• look so alike
• act so alike

Synonyms for They were so alike

• similar
• comparable
• resembling
• matching
• akin

Common mistakes with They were so alike

• Confusing with 'like' as a preposition instead of adjective.
• Using in formal text where 'similar' is more appropriate.
• Incorrect word order, like 'so alike they were'.

Frequently asked questions about They were so alike

What does They were so alike mean?

They were very similar.

What is the definition of They were so alike?

They share similar qualities or characteristics.

How do you use They were so alike in a sentence?

They were so alike that people often mistook them for each other.

Can you give another example of They were so alike?

The two paintings were so alike that it was hard to choose a favorite.

What are synonyms for They were so alike?

Common alternatives include similar, comparable, resembling, matching, akin.

What words go with They were so alike?

It commonly pairs with so alike that, look so alike, act so alike.

What are common mistakes when using They were so alike?

Confusing with 'like' as a preposition instead of adjective. Using in formal text where 'similar' is more appropriate. Incorrect word order, like 'so alike they were'.

How do you pronounce They were so alike?

US: //ðeɪ wɚ soʊ əˈlaɪk//, UK: //ðeɪ wəː səʊ əˈlaɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use They were so alike?

Usually used to compare two or more things. It's a friendly expression, but avoid it in formal writing.