adverb

also

also, too, as well, in addition

She is a doctor and also a writer.

She is a doctor and also a writer.

I'd also like to thank my parents.

I'd also like to thank my parents.

He not only sings but also plays the piano.

He not only sings but also plays the piano.

also + verb in addition, too She also speaks French.

be + also in addition, too She is also a talented artist.

not only ... but also ... used to present two related pieces of information He not only sings but also plays the guitar.

Synonyms: too, as well, in addition, besides

From Old English 'eallswā', meaning 'all so' or 'just as'.

'Also' usually comes before the main verb or after the verb 'to be'. It's used to add another piece of information.

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