Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In addition, also: Used to indicate that something is true or applicable in the same way for another person or thing, or to add another point or item.

Usage

• The adverb "as well" is used to add information that is similar or related to what has just been mentioned. It is typically placed at the end of a clause or sentence.
• It is synonymous with "too" and "also," though "as well" is more common in spoken English and often appears at the end of a phrase.

Examples

• Adverb:
  • She is a talented musician and a skilled painter as well.
  • I'd like to order the soup, and the salad as well, please.
  • He can speak French, and he understands German as well.

Advanced Usage

• "Might as well" / "May as well": Used to suggest doing something, often because there is no reason not to do it or because it seems the only reasonable course of action.
  • The bus is late. We might as well walk.
  • Since you're going to the store, you may as well buy some milk.

Variants and Related Words

• Too (adv): Also; in addition. Often used interchangeably with "as well," but usually placed at the end of a clause, sometimes set off by commas.
  • I want to go, too.
• Also (adv): In addition; too. More formal than "as well" and typically placed before the main verb or after the verb "to be."
  • She also plays the piano.

Synonyms

• Additionally
• Furthermore (more formal, often used to introduce a new point in writing)
• Likewise

Related Phrases

• Just as well: Used to say that it is good or fortunate that something happened or is the case.
  • It's just as well we brought an umbrella; it's starting to rain.
• All very well: Used to acknowledge a point before criticizing it or pointing out a problem.
  • It's all very well to suggest a break, but we have a deadline to meet.

Notes on Usage

• "As well" is not used in negative clauses. Use "either" instead.
  • Correct: I don't like coffee, and I don't like tea either.
  • Incorrect: I don't like coffee, and I don't like tea as well.
• It is common to use "and" or a comma before "as well" when adding it to the end of a clause, though it is not always strictly necessary.

Adverb

1. in addition
   • he has a Mercedes, too