as well
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Definition
- 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.