Definition and meaning of English word "also"
also
/ˈɔːlsəʊ/
Meaning
Conjunctionand in addition.
How to use
The conjunction 'also' is commonly used in informal and formal writing to add supplementary information. It is often employed in spoken language to emphasize a point or to provide additional context. However, learners of English should be aware that 'also' can sometimes be misused in place of 'too', which can change the meaning of a sentence entirely. For example, 'I'm going to the store, and I'll also pick up some milk' is correct, but 'I'm going to the store, and I'm too tired to walk' is not.
🇬🇧 English
also
Example
I also want to go to the beach.
She is also a good singer.
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Common phrases
- in addition to— along with
- as well as— along with
- not only— but also
- in particular— especially
- in particular— especially
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Frequency rank: #227 in English
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What does the English word "also" mean?▼
The English word "also" means "also" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "I also like reading books." (which translates as "also").
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