Hi everyone! Today’s blog is about how to use also correctly. It’s a nice mini lesson for you where we break down the meaning and provide example sentences. Let’s get started.
ALSO
Step 1: position in a sentence
Step 2: meaning/definition
ALSO position in a sentence:
1.after BE:
I am also American.
Tiffany is also allergic to cats.
2.before the main verb:
I’ve also read Pride and Prejudice.
You can also order these shoes online.
3.at the start of a sentence:
Also, please remember to bring your passport.
I have to get a National Insurance Number as soon as possible. Also, I have to find a room before the end of the month.
4.at the end of a sentence:
You can do it also.
You can use the post office as a bank also.
(ALSO can be in many positions, but if you always use position #1 or #2, you can’t go wrong.)
We use ALSO to say: in addition/and
I need a new laptop. I also need some new speakers.
(AND I need new speakers.)
You know, I also spoke to Steve about this. He agrees with his.
(AND I spoke to Steve.)
My roommate is constantly taking my stuff. She’s also clogged up our shower.
(AND she clogged up our shower.)
The Blue Grand is such a fun restaurant. You get unlimited bread sticks, bottomless drinks, and the waiters also sing and dance while serving.
(AND the waiters sing and dance.)
Amy is a doctor and a lawyer. But the really impressive thing is, she’s also related to royalty!
(AND she’s related to royalty.)
We use ALSO to say: same
What? You’re from Honolulu? I’m also from there!
(I’m from the same place as you.)
A: This project has been a complete disaster.
B: We’re also a bit angry about this situation.
(We feel the same anger.)
People say healthy food is expensive, but I think junk food is also expensive.
(It’s the same amount of money.)
