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Also

UK /["/ˈɔːlsəʊ/"]/US /["/ˈɔːlsəʊ/"]/

Definition

in addition; too

In simple words: in addition to something else

Examples

  • She's fluent in French and German. She also speaks a little Italian.
  • rubella, **also known as** German measles
  • I didn't like it that much. Also, it was much too expensive.
  • Jake's father had also been a doctor *(= both Jake and his father were doctors)*.
  • She was **not only** intelligent **but also** very musical.
  • He also recently said that he would be leaving at the end of the year.
  • I probably also have a copy of the list.

Usage notes

Use 'also' to add information. It is appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it at the beginning of sentences in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

also + verb / subject

Memory hint

Sounds like 'all-so' — imagine a group of friends saying, 'We can eat all sorts of foods.'

Collocations

  • also known as
  • also includes
  • can also be

Synonyms

  • furthermore
  • moreover
  • in addition
  • as well

Antonyms

  • otherwise
  • differently

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'too' — both mean similar things but are used differently.
  • 'Also' placed incorrectly in sentences — it generally goes before the main verb.