B2adverb 2K

Aside

UK /["/əˈsaɪd/"]/ US /["/əˈsaɪd/"]/ Pronunciation

Definition

to one side; out of the way

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In simple words: To one side; not part of the main action.

Examples

• She pulled the curtain aside.
• **Stand aside** and let these people pass.
• He **took me aside** *(= away from a group of people)* to give me some advice.
• **Leaving aside** *(= not considering at this stage)* the cost of the scheme, let us examine its benefits.
• All our protests were **brushed aside** *(= ignored)*.
• We **set aside** some money for repairs.
• Money worries aside, things are going well.

Usage notes

Use 'aside' when you want to indicate that something is not included in the main conversation or action. It's often used in storytelling or speeches.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'a-side' like moving something to the side.

Collocations

• put aside
• set aside
• step aside

Synonyms

• apart
• away
• alongside

Antonyms

• together
• inclusion

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'beside' which relates to location.
• In the wrong context, leading to unclear meaning.
• Using it as a noun instead of an adverb.