also

Everyday

1. Also means too, or as well, adding one more thing. tree →
2. Also can start a new point: «Also, bring a coat». tree →

In the lessons

adds another thing or another amount to the story; in writing, a joining word for adding ideas; phrases «and also», «not only … but also»

Examples

• Tom has 5 apples. He also has 3 pears. tree →
• She also bought 2 notebooks. tree →
• The shop also sells 40 cakes. tree →
• He also ran 3 miles on Sunday. tree →
• I like dogs, and I also like cats. tree →
• She sings and also plays the guitar. tree →
• Also, remember your lunch. tree →
• Frogs live on land and also in water. tree →
• He is not only fast but also strong. tree →
• Our teacher also coaches football. tree →
• These have also been left unchanged. tree →

Note

Often a hint that the amounts are joined, so the question may ask for a sum. Trap: «also» can bring in a different kind of thing that should not be added. It usually goes before the main verb: «he also ran».

In Jewish tradition

adds another thing or another amount to the story; in writing, a joining word for adding ideas; phrases «and also», «not only … but also»

Examples

• But the LORD hearkened unto me that time also. (Torah DEU.9.19, JPS 1917) tree →
• And also unto thy bondwoman thou shalt do likewise. (Torah DEU.15.17, JPS 1917) tree →
• And they made their father drink wine that night also. (Torah GEN.19.35, JPS 1917) tree →
• Is Saul also among the prophets?' (Prophets 1SA.10.11, JPS 1917) tree →
• These also are sayings of the wise. (Writings PRO.24.23, JPS 1917) tree →
• I also will make the pile great, (Prophets EZK.24.9, JPS 1917) tree →

Note

Often a hint that the amounts are joined, so the question may ask for a sum. Trap: «also» can bring in a different kind of thing that should not be added. It usually goes before the main verb: «he also ran».