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Together

UK /["/təˈɡeðə(r)/"]/US /["/təˈɡeðər/"]/

Definition

with or near to somebody/something else; with each other

In simple words: In one place or doing something with others.

Examples

  • We will work together to complete the project.
  • The two families decided to live together in one house.
  • Let's go to the park together later this afternoon.
  • They played together every weekend during the summer.
  • We need to think together about this important decision.

Usage notes

Use 'together' when describing people or things being united or in the same location. It's not used in formal writing; instead, 'jointly' may be preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of a 'together' as a big hug; everyone is included.

Collocations

  • come together
  • work together
  • stay together
  • live together

Synonyms

  • jointly
  • in unison
  • combined
  • as one

Antonyms

  • apart
  • separately

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'together' vs 'apart'; forgetting the meaning of isolation.
  • Using 'together' where 'alongside' would be more appropriate.
  • Misplacing it in a sentence; it often goes after the verb.